I just want to say sorry. This chapter is nowhere near as good as it was going to be, but my computer keeps on crashing and I keep on losing everything. So I will be writing less frequently than I usually do until I get a new computer. The season preview was supposed to have so much more stuff, but the crashes kept on ruining everything.

I feel the crashes ruined my mood and that led to a subpar chapter so any feedback will be useful as I might end up taking down the chapter and redoing it if it turns out that its way lesser quality then you guys are used to.

Equestrian Heroes

0

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

0

For Normal Speech

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

Demonic rage, Demonic characters, Kurama Speak

0

Story Start

0

At long last the peace everypony had fought for was within grasp. There will be problems that resulted of the attack on Canterlot, but they would be handled one at a time.

Twilight

"So what compelled you to do this?"

A powerful question for a powerful situation, but Twilight was ready to answer.

"I felt like I had to." she answered as her attention turned back to the sleeping Nyx. The alicorn filly had been moved to Twilight's old room with her soon to be caretaker.

"Raising a child with incredible power is a lot of responsibility." Naruto told her as he continued to lean at the wall. It was just the two of them if on didn't count the sleeping filly. Twilight's room was what one would expect of the intelligent filly. A solar system themed room filled with roof high bookcases of books and stacked with essential furniture.

"I know, but I felt I would be the only one willing to give her a chance. If you had seen the memories like I had you would understand why it would be wrong to condemn her when she was never given the chance to go down the right path."

"Well..." Naruto pushed himself off the wall. "I won't argue with you on that. I understand forgiveness and not being given the best opportunities fairly well." As he finished he noticed something was on Twilight's mind. She wanted to ask something but seemed to shy away. He had a plenty good idea on what was on the forefront of Twilight's mind. "Its going to take time for Rarity to adjust to being around Nyx. She understands Nyx's situation currently mirrors what happens to Luna, but the memory of her own episode is still rather fresh."

"And Princess Luna?"

Naruto pursed his lips. "That's going to take a bit longer. Despite her stubbornness she has a good heart. Which is why she has taken Midnight as her student. She relates to the unicorn fairly well and quite frankly a unicorn that talented serves the nation better as an ally than an enemy." He placed a hand on Twilight's shoulder. "And you're right you know. This choice. She would be too painful of a reminder to Luna and Celestia both these past thousand years. And being the essence of dreams and nightmares destroying her would be impossible without wiping out the dream realm so nothing sort of regularly sealing Nightmare would have done anything. Just know that if you need anything I'm here Twi."

A smile graces Twilight's face. "Naruto...thank you."

Spike

"So how'd ya do it Spike? How'd ya get so big?" Applebloom had voiced the question on so many ponies mind. In less than a year Spike had went from scrawny kid to grade-A hunk material. Since he had arrived back in Canterlot he had been turning his fair share of heads from the female populous. It helped because a good deal of the population was being housed by Canterlot castle while reconstruction on the homes destroyed during the changeling invasion was going on.

Sitting in one of the many rooms was Spike with the crusaders. There was also a small gathering of a random assortment of ponies. Most of them only had passing knowledge of Spike as a result of having a relative that worked at the castle or knew somepony who worked at the castle who had made a passing mention about Spike.

Though the unfortunate attitude of elitism had led many to dismiss Spike as some sort of servant or pet.

"Well in order for me to get enough training within the lifetime of my friends and loved ones I had to train within a pocket dimension inside a sacred dragon temple. The Realm of Another Space and Infinite Time. The harsh conditions of this realm is not for the faint of heart. Time there does not work normal in fact it works at a hyper accelerated rate meaning that starving or aging to death is a possibility for any species that isn't long lived. In fact before I could even have hope to starting training their I had to gorge myself to the point where I was pretty obese. And don't even get me started on the other effects like rapid muscle atrophy that could occur if you're not careful."

"H-How'd you eat? Or even sleep? That place sounds so scary and dangerous." Dinky couldn't help but shiver.

"Well thankfully gems aren't like normal food and don't spoil in the way regular food those. So I had those and begin a dragon I could eat and survive off the food in that dimension. I think the worst part was sleeping. I had to adjust to sleeping for only an hour a day and let me tell you that wasn't fun." Spike of course left out the few times his body rapidly went through his magic to sustain himself the few times he overslept and came close to dying.

"Spike that's crazy. Why would you even train in a place that dangerous." Despite the look of disapproval it was obvious Sweetie Belle voiced these concerns out of care. She didn't want to lose Spike before they had a chance to even have a relationship.

"Its not that bad really. Besides, I think its worth it. Even if that place is scary I can get my training done sooner. And that means I can come back to you sooner...to everyone actually." The deep red blush on Sweetie Bell's cheeks was prominent enough for the both of them.

"Ya come back anymore changed Spike and Sweetie Belle might find herself fighting off herds of interested mares." Applebloom would be lying if she said she hadn't spend a good deal of time eyeing up the new Spike. Before Spike was just that really cool and nice friend she knew, but now, he came back looking like...looking like wow. Sweetie Belle was so lucky.

"Can't believe you grew wings, ugh so lucky." Scootaloo of course had been more entranced on the details of the battle. Both Naruto and Rainbow had been tight lipped about what transpired so whatever she wanted to learn about from the battle she had to learn from Spike.

Celestia

Every single member of the castle's vast staff crammed into the palace's East Ballroom, also known as the only ballroom left standing from the battle. The others that were their on the need to know were of course the members of council and Judicial houses, the highest ranked members in their military force, members from the Royal houses which included many of the lords and ladies and heads of the houses as well as the elements.

In the center of the room, in the small stage area, Luna stood behind a small podium. Naruto stood to her side ready at a moment's notice for anything.

Celestia stood to the side.

Once everypony was accounted for, Luna cleared her throat and began to speak. "Good afternoon. The reason why you have all been called here is to discuss one of the results of the situation from the changeling invasion."

The crowd was muttering among themselves. "During the events of yesterday evening an unexpected betrayal against the crown had occurred. During that time one of our own used a powerful artifact and turned it against Princess Celestia in an attempt to seal her power."

An exceptionally loud gasp emerged from the crowd. Luna paused a bit, her confidence waning, before continuing. "The traitor has been apprehended by known other than Captain Shine Spark.."

Celestia went to the stage, as Luna stood to the side.

There was a stunned silence. The majestic and vibrant color of Celestia's mane had lost much of its luster. The vibrant color was faint with only hints of the prismatic image while retaining a mostly pink coloration.

"My subjects, as you may have surmised from my sister's words, the attack in question left me with a troubling thought. If something were to happen to me in light of recent events will the nation of Equestria be in strong enough standing to continue on without fear of collapse. While the attack in question has not impacted my memories or mental state the weapon used had an effect on my magic to which I need to take a few weeks to make sure the nature of this effect will not endanger myself or others." This was the smoothest story they could tell without it being a direct lie. Even among those most trusted it would not be wise to reveal that Celestia was in a weakened state of power. "I fear I have no choice at this time but to turn the daytime ruling of Equestria to my sister, Princess Luna. I plan to continue my administrative duties, albeit in a reduced capacity until I recover. Until then you shall defer to her until further notice."

What followed was low murmuring in the crowd which had turned into a cacophony of voices. The sisters could already hear the worried tones in each pony's voice, the low mocking from those who thought nopony could hear them, even a few whispering about "Nightmare Moon's return." The sisters both exchanged a sad glance. Celestia had hoped most of her little ponies would have moved past that, but perhaps leaving most of the royals out of this gathering might have been the smarter move.

Finally, Celestia slammed her palms on the podium, and the assembled ponies turned back to attention. She glared at the crowd with her best "I am disappointed in all of you" face; which resulted in most of them cowering.

"Now I expect all of you to treat 'Princess Luna'..." she stressed the name, trying to get through some of their thick skulls that Luna was their princess and should be treated as such. "...with the same respect you would have shown me. It is our wish to not spread any panic along our nation so I will be making a public announcement of taking a vacation to explain my reduce public appearance. I am placing a gag order in regards of the reason behind my reduce public appearance.s."

With that Luna began to speak once more. "Nopony is to breathe a word of this to anypony, be they the press, or even members of your own family. If words gets back to us that anypony outside of this room knows of Celestia's condition your actions will be treated as treasonous and you will be punished accordingly."

It was no idle threat, and everypony knew it. The coldness and finality that followed Luna's threat was enough to make sure her point got across."So, does everypony understand?" The whole crowd nodded in response. "Good. You may return to your duties now. If anypony needs us, we will be retiring to Celestia's chambers for the time being. Thank you."

Trixie

"Are you going to be okay darling?" Rarity asked the mare as they stood outside the prestigious academy. It had been years since Trixie had laid her eyes upon the prestigious academy and it was obvious by the stiffness of her posture that Trixie was doing her best to keep composed.

"Trixie is fine. She is merely pondering what she is going to master first." Her expression and lack of focus said otherwise. Her brother had escaped his cell during the attack and worse enough her father was still out there somewhere. Partisan Shade was out there as well.

"Now Trixie, if I am to be your future alpha it would be best to have a strict veil of honesty between us."A faint blush appeared on Trixie's cheeks at that. "That is to say if I find you worthy. The others I had no issues with as they were and still are my closest friends and Ditzy has proven herself a wonderful mare. You on other hand have yet to show me the depth of your convictions and until you do so do not expect to make any progress."

Trixie didn't have anything to say in that regard. She felt she wasn't quite good enough to be in their circle. She could only hope that she would find a way to make herself useful by staying here.

?

The small gathering of defiant Nightmare Children were gathered in one of their safe houses. It was over. The Nightmare was defeated yet again and with nearly all their leaders as well as their best fighters and Midnight captured they were all but finished.

A controlled giggle filled the bar theme roomed alerting Partisan. "My, looks like the power of Nightmares did no better than Chaos." Out from behind the velvet red curtains of the rundown stage stepped out a unicorn mare. The mare was nearly indistinguishable from the right hand of the Nightmare Force if not for the fact her mane was an ethereal white reminiscent of the stars.

"Lore Reader, you have nerve to show yourself before me." Partisan growled as the small gathering of ponies went him began to get up, ready for a fight.

"Now, now, settle down." Her rapid fire spellcast saw to it that by the dozens the children were put to sleep leaving Lore Reader and Partisan to speak. "I did not come here to fight. Is that anyway to treat an old friend?"

"I have no time for your games. Our queen is no more. The worshipers of Night are no more. Everything we have worked towards is finished."

Lore Reader sat down at the bar stool. Using her magic she levitated some whiskey over and poured a cup. "Not necessarily. I have been doing some research and I found something rather interesting. Things from the royal library I believe if we pull our resources together we can formulate a plan to top the ruling powers once I managed to finish my research."

"Bah, after everything that has happened do you think you will be able to stroll right in and get the information we need. With everything that has occurred it will be absolutely impossible to sneak in agents or get our hands on knowledge in the forbidden sections."

"Well unlike the rest of you I never blew my ties by declaring my allegiance against the sun or participated in any if your foolish attacks. As far as anypony is concerned I am a loyal follower to the crown and as such I was able to get close enough to learn some things. And its not a matter of what we need to get our hands on, but whom. The Sun and Moon will be far too busy repairing the city and answering to public outcry to keep their eye on our target. In other words we have been going upon it the wrong method. Instead of gaining powers that are the antithesis of Harmony we should be aiming to strip them of their powers."

Partisan had to admit that Lore was starting to gain his interest. "Even if we combine what resources we have left it is minuscule at best. We simply do not have the numbers or riches for the kind of scenario you're talking about."

"You are thinking of our situation at the moment dear Partisan. At best it might take us a few years, but what's a few years for when we achieve our victory. Midnight's failure has shown us that becoming Alicorns will not be enough. Even with the power we would not be able to combat the princess's knowledge and experience and that is without factoring the elements in mind." With that she summoned a tome. A tome filled with recollections of legends past. "Fighting them head on will only result in our failure, but if we strip them of their powers they'll be helpless. We then strike when they're weak A simple solution."It would take her at least two years to be able to recreate the very same weapon that Aegis turned against Celestia. Two years to find the resources and enough candidates whose power would be channeled into the weapon. During that same time they would have to find candidates powerful enough to fight the bearers and keep them distracted while they made their move.

?

The Cerberus sat upright at the mouth of a massive cave, keeping its six eyes peeled for anything that could threaten its master's domain. A small shadow passed over the edge of the right head's vision gaining its attention.

The canine emitted a loud roar, powerful enough to send any creature skidding on its heels and bolting back the way it came. However, this presence wouldn't leave it alone. The Cerberus couldn't really see the intruder, but it could feel it there, hovering in the dark. Suddenly, the dark atmosphere was pierced by a call.

"Kerberus! Come and get me stupid beast!"

It quickly dropped back into a ready stance, prepared to attack whatever had the gall to call him. The long willowy form slittered in front of him and the mighty creature attacked. Faster than the wispy form could react the mighty guardian of Tartarus ensnared the figure in its teeth and sent it hurling back into the dark abyss.

What Cereberus had missed in that brief second was a figure had escaped through the entrance. Fleeing with what feeble strength it had. It was quick to duck out of sight as Cereberus returned back to his eternal duty of guarding the entrance to the area of the damned.

'At long last I've managed to escape! Celestia and Luna will both pay for this accursed humiliation and once I am done with them you're next...brother!' The briefest flashes of red skin could be seen from under the cloak.

Fluttershy

"You've been quiet deer. Well, quieter then normal." Fley corrected as the two of them were sat together in Fley's study. As nice as the castle was it was a bit too crowded for one on one private conversations when her daughter was being mobbed by fans constantly.

"It's nothing mom I am just trying to wrap my head around everything that has happened. I still cannot believe it. The Nightmare, its finally gone and I no longer have to worry about Vanity coming after me. Its just a bit difficult for me to believe that after all this time that peace has come back."

"I do admit I do not envy my predecessors prior to the thousand year peace our nation has experienced. If this was a taste of what the eras were like then I believe many of my fellow council members underestimate the agency holding such a position as this entails."

"Do you...do you think there is going to be another celebration and ceremony?" Fluttershy was not looking forward to this. She was still having trouble keeping up with the mail she had now. And of light that what happened she really did not want to think of the possibility of getting even more endorsement deals or modeling agencies sending her letters. Though she had to admit she would be lying if she said she hadn't filed away more than one invitation to museums or being a guest speaker to an animal reserve or two. She couldn't help it if cute little critters were her weakness.

"If not by the Princesses's hands somepony is going to organize one and insist on your group attending to reward you. Being in the public eye is a double-edged blade dear, a life that the powers that be chose for you. While I wish you did not have to worry about so struggles could we be so selfish as to put the comfort-ability of one individual over the livelihood and peace of an entire nation? Its the ages old adage of security versus privacy. Even if the sensible answer is to prioritize security over privacy one would be figuratively stepping over too many hooves which also serves as political suicide if one pushes the issue. Though lets hope now that the business with the Nightmare is over that you and your friends can finally retire from this business and you no longer have to fight."

"I...I hope so too, but if its not over. Well, I cannot run away. If I have too...I will fight." When it came down to it Fluttershy knew that when there was no other choice. When there was no other hope she would fight if she had to.

Frozen Mirth

To the far north in the icy regions of the Equestrian continent the ethereal image of something teemed. Grand, vast magic was at work as something occupied the space between two dimensions. The massive shade of something appeared for a few seconds before fading away. Something between two dimensions would soon appear back to the physical realm. Something long thought lost for a Millennium.

Naruto

"So you'll be off then huh?"

Gryff turned to his long time friend and nodded. "Yeah, soon as we get back to town I'll be picking up my stuff. You've been able to really make something out of yourself and that has me thinking, unless I want to get left behind I have to get myself into gear. These whole last few weeks has shown me the kind of dangers that are out there and I don't want to be caught off guard you know."

"I know this wasn't what we had in mind, but I do admit its been pretty all the crazy shit that has happened. Maybe next time you stop by their won't be some ancient evil trying to take over the nation." Naruto looked up in the sky as the moon was rising. The whole situation with young Nyx was the beginning of a new chapter. Regardless he was looking forward spending time with his girls. Hopefully this peace they brought would last for some time to come.

00000000

Chapter End

0000000000

I do admit this is not the strongest chapter I've written. Its more of an epilogue transition chapter. I do promise the following chapters will be much better..

And here are the sneak previews for events to come for Season 3

0000000000

The Crystal Empire

000000000

"Why..." Sombra paused, grinding his fangs to the core. "Do you refuse to kneel?"

Naruto chuckled as he tightly clutched Critias in his hand. "I will never kneel to a fool who is obsessed with power and abuse his subjects. A real ruler embraces the responsibility and focuses on the need of their citizens not their own selfish whims."

Sombra's horn glowed, prompting dark, magical energy to envelope several massive chunks of debris and levitate near his position. In the sky. "You dare try to lecture me whelp!" In rapid succession, he shot the collection of stones and columns in Naruto's direction. "You are not worthy to speak down to me!"

A large stone was the first to reach its target and in a flash it was cleaved in two. Naruto shot forward as powerful currents of wind formed around him. With swipes as fast as lightning he cut through the chunks with ease.

Bringing the sword up his sword he took aim and coating it in chakra he hurled the blade.

Like a knife cutting through butter it pierced through the last segment and it collided with the crimson horn. Sombra's mouth shot open, unleashing a roar of agony as cracks formed around his horn. In response all of the airborne debris to succumb to the effects of gravity and plummet instantly. Sombra seemed to be putting all of his focus into staying in the sky to which Naruto took that as his change to attack. Leaping to the sky Naruto aimed his blade and with a downward slash was ready to disrupt the evil king's physical form when a presence put itself between him and Sombra.

It was one of Sombra's undead warriors who was defending his master by unleashing a slash of his own.

With that the two blades met with an incredible wave of power that let loose a shockwave and what followed was the sound of a blade shattering.

0000000000000000

The Apple from Out East

0

"Nice ta meet ya, cousin Babs!"

The filly, Babs, was clearly taken aback by the greeting, with her luggage falling out of her hands, but let out a nervous chuckle before responding.

"Uh...yeah. You're Apple Bloom, ain't ya?"

Apple Bloom nodded at that, paying no heed to her cousin's thick Manehattan accent, before turning to those with her and giving each of them a proper introduction.

"This ere's mah sister, Applejack! And these are mah best friends, Sweetie Belle , Dinky, Nyx, and Scootaloo!"

Each of those five nodded in greeting towards Babs, giving warm smiles in an effort to make her feel welcome. As for Babs, she smiled, albeit in a small way, before turning back to Apple Bloom, who once more took her by the hand.

"Y'all are gonna love Ponyville, Babs! Come on!"

000000000000000000000000000000

Apple Family Reunion

000

"Uh... I just meant..." Applejack stumbled with her words for a moment. "Why don't you let me take over puttin' the reunion together this time round? Then all you need to worry about is enjoyin' yourself."

"Hmmm." Granny Smith wondered, removing the fierce look at her face. "Alright, young'un, you got yourself a deal. You are in charge."

"Ah won't let you down, Granny." Applejack assured. You just tell me what the reunion needs, and I'll take care of the rest!"

"Ah'll do better than tell you what the reunion'll need. Ah'll show ya!" Afterwards, she stood up and began walking out of the room.

"You sure about this AJ?"

"Sure about what? What could be so difficult 'bout organizing a reunion?"

"Any reunions I visited in their planning stage always required a lot of work, but if you're up to it then I look forward to see how it plays out." Naruto replied. With that they followed her to the next room. She brought out something that appeared to be an old album full of pictures. She took a seat on the couch near the doorway, prompting Applebloom to quickly jump on the couch and sit to her left while Applejack and Naruto sat to her right.

I sat by Granny Smith's right while Applejack sat by my right.

000

Chaos Returns Part 1

0000000

"With all due respect, Princess Celestia…" Twilight began, "How could you bring Discord here?!" She screamed out loud, clearing her throat afterwards. "Your majesty."

"It appears you owe me five-thousands bits sister."Luna replied an edge of playfulness to her voice.

Celestia let out a light sigh. This was the third time somepony had had that reaction. Still so far nothing seemed to top Naruto's, 'Are you completely out of your fucking mind?'

"I'm sorry Princess but under no circumstances I can't see why any idea could ever be good involving...him. I mean considering what he did when he turned Ponyville into the chaos capital of the world'..." Rainbow Dash began.

"...and tricking us all into being the opposite of our true selves..." Rarity included.

"And attempted to murder us several times." Naruto dryly finished.

"Yes, I understand how you all might be skeptical, but I have reason for bringing Discord here. The reason I do so is because Twilight showed me that the reformation of a great evil is in fact possible." Celestia for some time worried about her decision to allow Twilight to take care of Nyx, but so far her student tutelage of the young alicorn had been rather remarkable. "As much as I dislike touching upon this subject we cannot ignore the fact that the seven of you are mortal and someday your lives within this plain will come to an end. And should the day ever come that Discord is once more free with no bearers around then there will be no force left that can stop him. This is why I've brought Discord here, because I believe that you are the only ones that can keep him in check until we can find some kind of way to reform him."

0000000000

The Most Elegant Sunrise

0000000000000

"Good morning, my dear," you hear the most beautiful and elegant voice whisper into Naruto's ear. A voice both regal and elegant spoke in his ear. Naruto turned to come face to face with the beautiful mare wearing a soft smile.

Her magnificent multi-colored mane flowing in a breeze that could not be felt.

"Good morning, Celie."

Her smile grows a little wider as she tilts her head forward, and plants a kiss delicately on his lips.

00000000

The Great Hearfelt and Romantic experience

0

"I do admit that despite the creepy location this spot does set quite the mood." Sitting in a moon light clearing Naruto and Trixie were enjoying a glass of wine.

"When you explore these woods as often as I have it makes it easy for me to find the best spots for a situation."

Finishing her latest glass Trixie let out a giggle.

"We should see if that talent can be used for anything else." She suggested as she shook her rump while she remains seated.

000000000

Cooking with Zecora

0000000000

Zecora turned and opened one of her many cupboards. It was quite low forcing her to bend over as she rummaged through various objects.

Zecora soon returned with a brown wooden bowl down next to him on the table. "Now my dear friend for this potion I need some fresh stallion seed straight from the source."

The words made his eyes widen.

"Wait you want what? What the hell kind of potion are you making?"

His response drew laughter from Zecora. "Your mares were indeed right. You are one that is teased rather easily."

Naruto couldn't help the faint blush on his cheeks. If that was the case two could play that game.

000000000000

Magical Mystery Cure

000000000

"Congratulations, Twilight. I knew you could do it." Princess Celestia's voice suddenly echoed throughout the area.

"Princess... I don't understand." Twilight expressed as she greeted her with a hug. "What did I do?"

"You did something today that's never been done before..." Princess Celestia brought out the book Twilight had received. "...something even a great unicorn like Star Swirl the Bearded was not able to do, because he did not understand friendship like you do." She revealed the new spell Twilight had written. "The lessons you've learned here in Ponyville has taught you much Twilight." She smiled proudly with a warm tone to her smile at her student. "You have gone through so many obstacles and have learned to appreciate your bonds. You have proven that you're ready, Twilight."

"Ready? Ready for what?" Twilight questioned as she followed Princess Celestia.

Princess Celestia then began walking through an invisible hallway…a hallway full of Twilight's memories together. "You have come such a long, long way...and I've watched you from that very first day." They passed a memory of Twilight's arrival in Ponyville.

"To see how you might grow...To see what you might do...To see what you've been through..." As Celestia continued the melodic speech memories of Twilight's experiences the past few years begant o play out. "And all the ways you've made me proud of you...and now you are ready...to take that next big step...to come one step closer to fufil your destiny." Her wings spread strongly. She looked at Twilight and pulled a glow out from her heart. The faint glow then began to merge with Twilight's horn as it began to transform.

0000000000

The Ascension - Prologue

0000000000

Luna daintily drains the last of her tea and sets the cup down. "The zone that is never named for it is the origin point of this world. The Eight forbidden zone. The cradle. A place where even magic itself is subjugated."

Naruto couldn't explain the feelings that were coursing through him. Never before had he been so nervous. "This...this location. What is this feeling?"

"The more powerful one is the more sensitive they are to the Lost Land's effect. I have not been here since I was a filly. In order to prove ourselves worthy of our charges mother had both Celestia and I partake in the trials. Celestia believes not only Twilight is ready for these trials, but she will be capable of completing all eight of them."

"And the role I am to play?"

"You are here to be her confidant and nothing more. It will be up to Twilight Sparkle to complete the trials."

"Huh, I wonder who it must have been to help Cadance with her ascension then." Naruto murmured.

"The case with Cadance is different." Luna corrected. "She is not immortal and is not a natural born Alicorn. While her ascension increased the potency of the earth pony blood in her line as well as latched onto the love of the members of her village from her ascension her powers are that of a Unicorn and a Pegasus primarily lacking the strength and endurance of an earth pony. While there were indeed other Alicorns in the past only by learning to control the heavenly mechanisms or becoming one with an aspect of the universe can one become a true Alicorn. Unfortunately the rest of the True-borns were slain a long time ago."

Naruto silently contemplated Luna's words. He was going to need all his focus for the task ahead.

00000000000000

The Ascension Part 7

000000000000000

"TWILIGHT!" Naruto fought with all his might to get up from underneath the buried rubble as the massive guardian began making its way towards the mare. She was still in the trial. With her mind occupied by the trial she was a sitting duck and the damn rules of this place was preventing him from tapping into his full power.

He was supposed to be protecting her. She was depending on him and he was going to let her down.

No! There must be something! Anything! It can't end like this. I won't let it end like this! He reached out, desperately trying to draw on his chakra in some vein hope he could break free.

But no matter how much he tried his chakra would not answer him so in desperation he tried something he had never done before.

He focused on and invoked his earth pony magic and internalized it. And for the first time Naruto felt powerful magic without invoking empathy.

His fear melted away. He could see the tiny sparkles of magic in the air. The ripples of space and time itself ripple and a massive pain erupted from his forehead.

He could sense it. Feel the magic of the island. He could feel the magic everywhere.

Throughout everything he could see thousands upon thousands little sparks or blips of energy. And felt so warmth. So radiant. So familiar. The sparks seemed to gather around him like an aura.

It took him all but a moment to realize that the aura was his power. And with that he focused as every single bit of his being tingled with magic. Every little spec of his being became one with the aura and for a brief moment he felt nothingness. Everything around him for a moment stopped before he felt the sensation of flying.

With that he reappeared in front of Twilight facing the Guardian that had a massive hole in its stone body. The golem like guardian crumbled and Naruto fell to one knee trying to keep himself conscious while ignoring the massive throbbing to his head. With that he placed a hand to his head only to freeze in shock.

Is that...was that a...

'To ascend one needs to have a deep connection to some aspect of the universe. As a bearer of Harmony one such as yourself is a candidate because you have a connection and understanding of one of Harmony's fundamental natures. While we can only speak for Alicorns, ascended beings have been known to come from the other races as well. Though it takes more than just knowledge and power. A very important trigger whether it be mental or emotional is also required.'

Remembering the words of the Princess Naruto understood what happened. Only now by invoking his earth pony magic did he make use of Deemeter's blessing and as a result he was able to ascend and gain the traits of a Unicorn.

00000000000000000000000

Equestria Girls

00000000000

Twilight reared back and concentrated on a point at the tip of her horn. She felt the power well up at the tip and cast it out as a lavender glow illuminating the room -

And there she was! A rippling of the air, revealing an invisible pony... well, nearly invisible. Who this intruder was she was no Trixie.

As Twilight gave chase she quickly analyzed the spells that were cast. Memory, compulsion, light, sound and scent masking as well as a few more other spells.. Twilight would have been a bit more impressed if the pony wasn't obviously a criminal.

With the counter-spells cast she caught a glimpse of the intruder. Red and gold mane and a horn, a Unicorn, that was all she could make out from the robes the intruder was making and in the unicorn's grasp clutched the Crown of Magic. With a flap of her wings and her horn glowing Twilight was in hot pursuit of the thief.