The image at the end is a preview/not so spoiler of some of the new images my author is almost finished. By this time sunday there will be more images added to the old chapters. So if you enjoy these images and how they enhance the story always be sure to go back and check out (and hopefully review) the old chapters to see them.

My hope is that eventually my artist will eventually catch up to these later chapters.

Equestrian Heroes

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Naruto x Rarity x Twilight x Fluttershy x Applejack x Pinkie Pie x Rainbow Dash x Ditzy x Luna x ? x ?

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For Normal Speech

Inner thoughts, Text read, Italics used to represent characters speaking in different language.

Demonic rage, Demonic characters, Kurama Speak

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Story Start

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The City of Canterlot had been on lockdown the past few days.

Many guards were patrolling the streets and stationed on the towers and ramparts, their steely gazes overlooking everything. There had even been a barrier erected around the city.

Only small talk had been shared as the group made their way to the castle.

And when Twilight spotted her brother she had shot off.

"I've got something to say to you, mister," she called angrily.

"Twily!" Pulling off his helmet and ran to meet her. "Ah, I've missed, you, kid. How was the train ride? I–"

She pushed off his hug and got straight to the point. "How dare you not tell me in person that you were getting married! I'm your sister, for pony's sake!"

"It's not my fault!" he insisted defensively. "Princess Celestia has requested a major increase in security. Didn't you see all the guards at the train station?"

"Yeah, there's a big wedding coming up. Maybe you heard about it?" she remarked sarcastically.

Shining passed a glance at Naruto, who sent him a look as if to say told you so. Either way it was for the best to put at least calm down the bearer of Magic.

"Twi, telling you in a letter about the wedding was a bit thoughtless, but I can understand why he may not have had much time. Unknown thoughts have been making threats against Canterlot. Whether they be from ponies who are anti-challengings or remnants of the Nightmare Children or some other group we don't know, but considering everything that has happened this is a situation to be taken seriously." Naruto turned to armor and promptly nodded.

Shining's eyes screwed up in concentration, his horn glowing a bright purple. Just like Twilight's magic and his own brand seemed to be just as powerful. A beam shot off upwards to the shield, causing the whole thing to shimmer across the whole surface. It must have been to renew the spell and keep the best defense of the city up.

He gasped and clutched at his head painfully by the time the spell was finished.

"The burden of keeping Canterlot's defensives strong rests squarely on my shoulders," he went on, leading them up the ramparts. "Staying focused on the task at hand has been my top priority."

Twilight's expression appeared to soften now. I can understand how important your duty is, but could you really not find time to tell me?"

"Communications in and out of Canterlot have been rather tight lipped ever since the Princesses arrived back from Camp Lunarstone, which is when the threats started." Naruto answered. "The only reason we got those messages was because a personal informant of Celestia's happened to be near Ponyville and dropped them off with explicit instructions to allow Ditzy to deliver them because of her connection to us."

The explanations seemed to be enough to get Twilight to concede in her anger. "I get it," she couldn't help but sighed. "But you not telling me personally still hurt. It felt we've grown apart so much that I am not as important to you that I once was."

"Hey. You're my little sister. Of course you're important to me," he assured, suddenly smirking. "But I'd understand if you didn't want to be my best mare now."

At this, she perked up. "You want me to be your best mare?"

"Well... yeah," he affirmed, like it was the most obvious thing in the world.

"I'd be honored!" Naruto smiled as the two of them hugged, their fight forgotten.

The others who had been watched in the background concerned let out sighs of relief.

"But enough about that. I may have forgiven you for not telling me, but not telling me about Cadance." She playfully jabbed him in the arm.

"Obviously! Cadence is only the most amazing pony ever! She's beautiful, she's caring, she's kind and you're marrying her!" Jumping around like a school filly, she sang, "How many unicorns can just spread love wherever they go? I only know of one! And you're marrying her! You're marrying Cadence! You're marrying Cadence!"

She stopped when she almost bumped right into the pony she'd been singing about.

"And here I thought I would have to come save you from her wrath." An mused voice called out.

Twilight missed it, beaming at her. "Cadence! Sunshine, sunshine, ladybugs awake! Clap your hooves and do a little shake!"

"Sunshine, sunshine, ladybugs awake! Clap your hooves and do a little shake!"

The gesture was mirrored as the two broke in giggles and hugged warmly.

"I guess being a major babe is a requirement for all alicorns." Gryff commented only for Naruto to shush him.

"I hope you're not too mad at Shining, Twilight. I think he better than anypony know you're not really fund of surprises."

Shining sent Cadance a look. 'Traitor.' She hadn't fought too hard at his suggestion, but was all too happy to throw him under the carriage.

"Hello everypony its good to see you all again, and its nice meeting your new friends as well." The alicorn pleasantly greeted. Cadance's voice was a delight, pleasantly warm as well as joyously bubbly.

Gryff was struggling between wanting to check her out and listening to his self-preservation techniques.

Trixie being a bundle of nerves wasn't sure what to do. Should she bow? Should she introduce herself? What? She had been nervous. She had never been fully privy to the circumstances behind why she had been allowed to stay in Ponyville and not arrested and sent to the capital.

Naruto approached and inclined his head. "Cadence, it's an honor and a pleasure to see you again. Congratulations on your wedding."

"Aaw, thanks Naruto. And please, let me know when you and Rarity have a set day for your wedding. I know all these incidents have not been easy for your plans."

Naruto sheepishly and rubbed the back of his head as a faint blush appeared on Rarity's cheeks.

She began flittering to the rest of the group, greeting them and happily chatting with them.

"How have you been adjusting to everything Rarity? Has your shop been rebuilt?"

"Yes…I am proud to say my Boutique is back and better than ever."

"I am glad to hear. I am looking forward to seeing your dress designs." Cadance couldn't help but glimpse the bond between Naruto and Rarity and nearly burst out into a fit of giggles. Nothing see her heart with joy more than seeing bonds of love.

"Applejack how is your family?"

"Their all mighty fine Princess. Had the best Cider season we ever had in years and erypony is in good health."

"That is good to hear. Give them my best."

Her attention then turned to Fluttershy. One by one she happily greeted and chatted with each of them that one would a lifelong friend.

"And you…you're Trixie right?" After speaking with each of the elements she had set her attention to the newcomers.

"Y-Yes your majesty!" Trixie stammered, suddenly feeling rather small. 'Why did I come? I have nothing to contribute. I…I should have just stayed at the library. What if I embarrass myself. What if I offend somepony or worse one of the princesses?'

As if picking up on the anxiety Cadance picked up Trixie's hands much to the gasp mare's surprise. "Smile!" Cadance said as a warm look filled her face. "You do not have to be afraid. Twilight has told me all about you. You're not that mare anymore so you don't have to be worried. You have a second chance and seem to be genuinely trying to better yourself. It takes someone with a strong will to do that. I look forward to seeing the great things you'll do."

Cadance's words sparked newfound confidence and Trixie. "And you're Gryffindor right?"

"Indeed your majesty." He involuntary gulped. Her presence was quite powerful. Being a fledgling Alicorn her power could not be felt from being in the same vicinity of her aunts at least not in the same sense. It seemed to fluctuate at random intervals.

"I hear you will be taking your uncle's place as the diplomat of your people. I shall look forward to working with you."

"I will as well.

"I've gotta get back to my station," Shining suddenly announced, "but Cadence will be checking in with all of you to see how things are going. I think I speak for both of us when I say we couldn't be more excited to have you here. Right, dear?"

"Absolutely," she agreed. "I'll catch up with you later Shining once I lead everyone to their rooms." She said laying a kiss on his cheek and enjoying as he seemed to lightly pink up at the affectionate public display. Even after all this time she could get him to react in such a way.

No one stayed in their rooms for long. The elements had been rather excited about committing to their duties which left the small group of Naruto, Trixie, and Gryff tagging along with Twilight.

The first of the group they decided to visit was Applejack in the kitchen.

When they entered the kitchen, they could see several ponies creating the desserts for the wedding. Applejack spotted the group and greeted them. "Hiya, y'all, come to check up on the refreshments?"

"Indeed we did." Naruto answered.

"My, the kitchen is rather lively." Trixie remarked. She had been as awestruck and observant as when she had arrived to the room she was sharing with Twilight.

They had to drag her out by hand the mare was so entrenched by the room.

"So how are things coming along?" the unicorn asked the earth pony.

"Well, I'm just putting the finishing touches on these beauties." She directed towards the desserts she was making. "Twilight, mind checking off on the things I finished?"

"Sure…" She brought out a notepad and a pencil.

Applejack then began running and finished what she had to do. Applejack had climbed up a ladder near a huge cake and finished placing some frosting, which decorated the hearts that surrounded the layers. "Cake, check." She announced. Then she went on to the next item.

She chiseled on some sculpture, which seemed to be a huge heart. "Ice sculpture, check." Twilight checked that off. Applejack ran over to the oven and pulled out a tray of desserts. "Best darn bitesize apple fritter you ever tasted..." She grabbed one of them and presented them to Twilight who happily ate one.

"Mmm." Twilight moaned happily, as she checked off on that as well. "Check." She spoke with her cheeks full.

Applejack presented the others with one as well to which they happily replied. "Oh man, I'll never get tired from fritters."

"If only these sugary confections were more common back home." Gryff commented.

The door entered and none other than Cadance strode in.

"Hiya, Princess!"

"Hi, everyone." Cadance took a whiff of the scent and looked to be absolutely enthralled. "Oh this smells so delicious…I should have ate before I came." She whispered the last part more to herself. Nonetheless that did not shake the excited if not slightly hungry expression on her face.

"You come to check out what's on the menu for your big day?"

"It just smelled so good I couldn't help myself." There was a tiny hint of hopefulness on the alicorn's face.

Applejack grabbed the tray of her amazing apple fritters and turned around to present them to the princess. Cadence grabbed one with her magic and took a bite. It took all of her will power not to wolf it down. The expression that followed was something akin of 'why must you torture me so?' "This is delicious!"

"Aw, shucks. Why don't you take a few to go?" Applejack asked, presenting her with a bag of them, giving a little squee. Cadence looked like she was about to break out into tears. "I know how ya brides can be. So busy, you forget to get a little somethin' in your belly."

"Thank you."

"Well that was something." Gryff commented.

"Cadance always had something of a sweet tooth." Twilight explained. "She really loved your cooking Applejack and you were worried."

Applejack had been rather relieved. Like the others she had been afraid of disappointing Cadance which for her was an unfound fear.

"Guess ya were right anyway sorry Twi gonna have to usher you and the others out of here." Applejack responded, taking out several more treats out of the oven. "Gotta make sure everythin' else turns out perfect."

Being ushered out of the kitchen the group began making their way to where Rarity was. She was working with the royal seamstresses in a massive room filled with countless shelves of materials. Instructing the ponies as they worked on the dresses.

"It was kind of funny I had forgotten Cadance had such a fund for anything sweet. I remember when Cadance used to take me out for ice cream." Twilight recounted with a blissful sigh as Rarity worked on the dress.

"And she used to babysit you? How did that work again?" Gryff could not wrap his head around any kind of royalty being a baby sitter. Hell that was something usually fostered off on the servants even if said child was a relative.

"I do not see how it is such a difficult concept for you to grasp. It is obvious the princess is a much of compassion." Trixie remarked.

"Hey snippy no need to get so violate. I was just nothing it was weird is all."

"Is it really something for you two even mince words about?"

"Come on bits, you know how a lot of snooty up tight rich types can be, especially of royal blood." Gryff tried to defend this point. "When you hear a name like Princess Mi Amore Cadenza you don't think babysitter."

"Did I hear someone say my name?" She came in.

"Your highness!" Rarity announced, quickly rushing over to her. "Let me just start by saying what an honor it is to play a role in such a momentous occasion."

"Rarity." Cadance stated, slightly annoyed.

Rarity winched, "Right, sorry Princess Cadance."

Cadance didn't like expressions like your highness or your majesty. It put too much distant from the subjects she loved so much which was why she did not like using her full name, but as Celestia had explained to her concessions had to be made and use of princess would be the best she could hope for until she established a long standing bond with them. "So how is my dress coming along? Is it ready?" Cadance was practically teeming with excitement.

"Almost princess Cadance. I've been working on it ever since I was given the assignment, and I think you'll be pleased with the results! Mmm!" She grinned brightly as Cadence observed it as she could hardly contain her excitement. "Oh and are those the bridesmaid dresses?" her attention turned to the dresses that Rarity's temporary assistants had been working on. "Oh they're all so lovely." Once more it looked like Cadance was going to tear up. She had to excuse herself from the group. So far everything was going right on track. Nothing could go wrong.

Deep within the cavern confines underneath Canterlot castle a single figure was walking through the darkness her horn dimly lighting in the darkness. There in the darkness was the outlines of another figure. "Is everything going according to plan?" the one in the shadows asked.

"Not a single one of them expects a thing. And thanks to your spell even 'she' has no idea we're here. Once nightfall occurs my children will make their move and you can free your agent."

"I will not tolerate failure Morpha. See to it that everything goes according to plan."

A malignant grin formed on the face of Morpha as the magic from her horn intensified. The bipedal figure, mare began to grow shorter. Her leaner form began to expand and grow curves as her light sky turquoise hare darkened, but her black hide remained the same. The aura dissipated as the figure that now stood was not the creature identified as Morpha but the form of Chrysalis.

By this time next week the nation of ponies would soon be the nation of Changelings

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End of Chapter- A Quick Look/sneakpeak of one of the new images being added to the old chapters. This is a Naruto x Luna piece.
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