Anakin was as surprised as anyone when Luna and Celestia entered the downed Redemption and requested a private conversation with Obi-wan. Upon hearing this, Anakin slid back under the Redemption's main control panel.

"Ahsoka, hand me that wrench, would you?"

Ahsoka walked over to the tool, picked it up, and slid it into Anakin's hand. "What do you think Celestia and Luna wanted with Obi-wan?"

Anakin looked up and noticed that Ahsoka was still staring at the door where they had exited. He shrugged and returned to his task. "Don't know. Maybe they found a way for us to get off of this planet."

"Do you think they'll join the Republic?"

"I need those bolts. …Thanks." Anakin grunted as he fastened two metal rods together. "And to answer your question; I have no idea. They might, but Celestia may decide to stay neutral for as long as possible."

"How long do you think that'll be? If the Seps find something useful here they'll be all over it."

"Right. But Equestria could have a stronger defense system then we think. Either way, I think Celestia will do what is best for her planet. She doesn't seem like one of those leaders who are only in it for the glory."

Ahsoka started to answer, but the door to the bridge slid open and Obi-wan marched in.

"Well, Master," Anakin said, climbing out from under the panel. "you look unhappy."

"Anakin, we have problems."

"Problems?" Ahsoka said, rolling her eyes. "That doesn't sound good."

Obi-wan folded his arms. "Apparently the Separatists are attacking the Crystal Empire."

"Crystal Empire?" Anakin asked.

"Northern Equestria. Led by Equestrians named Cadence and Shining Armor."

"What are we going to do about it?"

Obi-wan began to stroll out of the room. "Meeting, now."

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Less than ten minutes later, the royal Equestrian sisters, the Jedi, and several clone leaders were gathered outside the Redemption. Celestia's horn was ablaze with amber as she projected a map of Equestria.

"The Crystal Empire lies here, just before the Crystal mountains," Celestia began. "According to Princess Cadence's letter, they are under attack by an army that we believe to be your Separatists."

"Our forces are broken," Anakin said. "We are not equipped for a full blown battle."

"Understood, Master Jedi," Luna said. "but we would be slaughtered if we tried to fight alone."

"What Luna is saying," Celestia said, shutting down the map. "is that we are asking for your help.

Together, our forces can push back this Count Dooku."

Anakin shook his head. "Princess, I don't think you understand the might of the Separatist's droid army. We will need reinforcements."

Celestia and Luna exchanged a glance.

"Luna?" Celestia said, cocking her head.

"There is an ancient Jedi Temple in the heart of the Crystal Mountains." Luna began, and she instantly caught the attention of her listeners. "I don't know if it's still there, but there was once a telepathic object located in the temple. It responded only to your Force, and therefore no one has used it for over a thousand years. There is a possibility you could use it to call for reinforcements."

Obi-wan stroked his beard. "If we split up, then one group could assault the Separatists; while a squad located this Jedi temple."

Anakin raised a hand. "I'll lead the temple squad."

"And I'll join you." Luna said with a nod.

"Then it's settled." Obi-wan said. "Anakin and Luna will call for our reinforcements, while Celestia and I hold off the Seps for as long as we can. Good luck everyone."