First Contact
Chapter 29: Chapter 30: Recreation
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"Come on there's bound to be something we can talk about without arguing." pleaded Fluttershy. "If that's okay with you."
"I don't think so." laughed Scarecrow who flexed his blond hair. "Humans and ponies are as different as Black and White."
"Nonsense." insisted Rarity. "There are numerous peaceful subjects that we can discuss civilly without one side getting too barbaric. Such as the arts or notable human celebrities."
X-ray laughed. "Celebrities? Go back to 2013. One of the reasons human society was so ignorant back then is because people paid too much attention to elitist pricks who contributed nothing to society other than reality shows."
"But wouldn't you want to know about your favorite musicians or the rich are up too just for fun?" asked Pinkie Pie.
"Celebrity news is just fucking prole feed to keep the working man away from the real issues of the galaxy or things that that matter." cursed Scorch. "In technocratic societies, we humans like focusing on issues like war, awesome innovation and injustice, not what some rich bitch bought with her millions of money."
"You humans do have a distrust of the wealthy." noted Celestia.
"Sorry, I guess we're still bitter over the fact they're funding mercenaries to force the UTF to get rid of labour rights like minimum wage and safety conditions." whined Scarecrow.
"Well I agree." piped up Twilight. "We should be focusing on things that matter to a society and affects them all rather than a group of people who get everything hoofed over to them."
"To be fair, we do have a lot of artists that we're fond of, but we don't need the media constantly showering them with attention unless they do something useful." revealed X-ray.
"I on the other hoof know for a fact that I wouldn't go two days without knowing the latest dirt on somepony." laughed Rarity. "I don't find my self looking at scientific pursuits in my free time."
"And that is why you'd be vilified in human technocracy." mocked Scorch.
"Come on, I'm sure humans don't like having to think all the time. Aren't there moments where humans just want to kick back and have fun?" questioned Rainbow Dash
"Of course. We humans, or at least the Federation, doesn't encourage humanity wasting time on irrelevant subjects." defended Scarecrow. "A lot of humans enjoy using the computer to pass the time."
"Computer?" repeated Luna.
X-ray took a deep breath "A computer is a machine that is programed to process various arithmetic or logical functions. It is compromised of RAM which dictates how many operations it can do at once, a GPU which allows it to display information in a visual sense and a processor which affects the speed at which it can carry commands."
Scarecrow grinned and pointed at his wrist computer. "Basically these. Although computers can come in all sizes and some are operated by physical buttons or neural interfaces rather than touch screens which sense motion."
"I still don't get it." shook Cadance.
"Well you ponies haven't even gone through a technological revolution yet, not our fault you can't understand." shrugged Scorch. "Anyway, a computer is basically a device that lets us view and take pictures, record videos, read virtual books and go on the internet."
"What's the internet?" sighed Fluttershy.
"The internet is a system of interconnected networks that allow computer users to transmit data towards each other." ranted X-ray.
Overwatch face palmed. "Basically, we use the internet to see what others are doing. Humans spend a lot of time of on networks as source for entertainment."
"What do you do on this internet?" questioned Luna.
"One of the primary things we do on it is log onto social networks like Fedbook."
Before X-ray could speak, Scorch elbowed him in the gut and spoke. "A social network is basically a virtual place for humans to share information about each other and chat."
"Oh so it's like going to the park and having a chat." smiled Pinkie Pie.
"Kind of. But virtual and you can socialize in the comfort of your home." replied Scarecrow.
"Why wouldn't you rather do it physically?" inquired Twilight.
Scorch crossed his arms. "I don't know, maybe because we're spread apart by light years of space?"
The purple mare blushed.
"And it's generally more convenient." shrugged Scorch.
"Another recreational activity we humans do is play video games." added X-ray. "A video game uses a device to display a virtual scenario on a visual interface that requires human interaction through a control system in order for the simulation to play out."
"So it's like playing sports, puzzles and monopony?" checked Twilight.
"Except virtually." nodded Scarecrow. "Sometimes, people play games on computers or on devices dedicated entirely to the activity such as a Fedbox 630."
"But why no play the games physically?" beamed Celestia. "It's better than just sitting around behind a display."
"Because the simulations encountered in video games provide a form of escapism and allow you to play with friends far away. Not every game is something you can do in real life." defended X-ray.
"For example you can't just drive cars at high speeds without being arrested, play as a detective trying to save the world from an insane clown without any trauma, or be a knight in shining armor in real life and just slay a dragon." exemplified Scorch.
"Actually you can do the last part here." pointed Shining Armor.
"Yeah, but odds are a human kid would get his ass kicked in real life." countered Scorch.
"We on the other hand, are generally too busy to for any recreational activities, but when we have free time, we really like playing first person shooters." remarked Scarecrow. "A first person shooter generally involves the player taking the role of a person and gunning down various enemies."
"There are games based on killing?" gasped Celestia.
Overwatch nodded. "They're fun."
"Why would somebody enjoy a game based on slaughter? That's cruel!" cried Rarity.
"Because it's virtual. Nobody physcialy dies in a video game, you just come back to life. Programs aren't real." assured X-ray.
"What was somepony get out of a killing simulation?" spat Rainbow Dash.
"I swear, you speak like my mother." sighed the rifleman. "Shooters and any violent video games offer hours of entrainment like a board game. Besides, the good ones are often played for the story telling aspect rather than the killing."
"But won't games like that encourage violence?" whimpered Fluttershy.
"Of course not! Violent video games are pure fiction." insisted Scarecrow. "People aren't stupid and they're well aware that you can't take up arms and gun down a terrorist groups, corrupt politicians and evil militas and get out alive with the use of insanely advanced technology?"
The ponies stared at the humans.
"What?"
"The 4 of you do that." pointed Twilight.
"Oh yeah we do." remembered Scorch. "It doesn't change anything though. There is a huge difference between murder in a video game where death isn't traumatizing versus killing in real life which is extremely serious."
"Anyway, another thing we humans like to do when passing the time is talking to each other on phones which are mobile devices that deliver and receive wireless radio waves that send audio messages to another respective device instantaneously. In order to ensure quick communication amongst colonies, transmissions sent by phones are strong enough to rip space time and make sure the message reaches a planet in seconds without universal time dilation. This allows for communication with people in far away environments without delay." burst X-ray.
"That boy has issues." shook Applejack.
"Ya think?" responded Overwatch.
"So in the end, we humans use an application on our touch screen or neural operated tablets to allow us to talk to others without actually being there. It's a great way to catch up with relatives who live on other colonies." smiled Scorch.
"But wouldn't it take a long time for the message to be sent to another person?" muttered Twilight.
"Not really. I can do a call right now to the planet Requiem which is 80 light years away." demonstrated Scarecrow. "Watch as I talk to someone without being there."
Scarecrow took out his wrist computer and dialed a number. The Equestrians watched with great interest and listened to the beeping. Suddenly, the beeping stopped.
"Hello?" called Scarecrow. The Equestrians heard a faint reply come from the device.
"Yeah it's me."
"My situation is Victor Gamma."
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"Victor Gamma?" whispered Pinkie Pie.
"That's military for 'very good'." informed Scorch.
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"I'm afraid I'm too busy."
"Negative. I'm not engaging any enemies. I'm on planetary recon."
Suddenly Scarecrow got angry. "I apologize, but I can not comply with that order."
".......Yeah? Well FUCK YOU!"
Scarecrow hung up.
The ponies dropped their mouths. The regal manes of the mares split.
"Who were you talking to?" blurted Rainbow Dash.
"My mom." relaxed Shadow's commander. In no way were the ponies going to question him further.
"Wow, with phones, I wouldn't need to send Celestia a letter anymore." said Twilight.
"Don't say that out loud. As if Spike needs to think he'll be replaced." joked Rainbow Dash.
"What does Spike have to do with sending letters?" inquired Scorch. "Twilight can perform telekinesis."
"Spike is Twilight's assistant so he often writes Twilight's letters to Celestia and sends them to her with his fire breath." explained Rarity.
"Well that plausible considering the breath of a purple dragon is strong enough to generate heat stronger than the shade of violet which is sufficient enough to burn space time and teleport objects." nodded X-ray.
"He's not gonna stop is he?" sighed Pinkie Pie.
"Although, you ponies are unlikely to use mobile phones considering that you all live in one close nation where all of your friends are in the some town. Furthermore, our phones either require fingers or human neurology to work." warned Scarecrow.
"Moving on, what's another thing you humans do for fun?" questioned Celestia.
"Well, we really enjoy watching movies." flexed Scorch. "It's like a theatrical play, only recorded by cameras, digitally edited on computers and viewed from within a television." explained Scorch.
"What's a television? You're not making this easier." beamed Twilight.
"Well a television is an electronic device that receives and transmits data of moving pictures and sound from various sources and displays them on a screen." explained X-ray. "It's like a projector which you ponies probably have, although the modern television displays videos and pictures in a colored format rather than monochrome and can access numerous broadcast signals at once."
The ponies gave X-ray a quizzical look.
"Like we were saying, many humans enjoy watching movies to pass the time. There are many genres of film, like comedies, fantasy and action." exemplified Scarecrow.
"What do you humans enjoy watching?" asked Rarity. "I know myself that I like a good old fashioned drama play."
"We're into drama ourselves." agreed Scorch. "Although you're probably into romantic ones while we're interested in ones regarding social issues and injustice."
"I don't like those plays. Too dark and controversial for my taste." shook Pinkie Pie.
"Well films and plays like that are one of the greatest places to find true acting and experience philosophy." defended Scarecrow.
"Although there are times when we just like stupid fun and watch sci fi action although modern society is sci fi compared to the origin of the word." laughed X-ray.
"I've seen a few action plays. They're not that good." warned Shining Armor. "They aren't mean to give you an illusion of conflict and violence."
"When you watch a film, you're not seeing the actors play it live like in a play. Films are often recorded in various sets rather than a stage over a course of months. The use of computers allows movies to be edited so the scenario displayed in action movies will make you think you're actually seeing explosions and people getting shot on a battlefield." explained the counter terrorist.
"But won' dat make it look realistic?" checked Applejack.
"Kind of." shrugged Scorch as he twisted his pale blond hair.
"But wouldn't watching violent films in that case be indistinguishable form real violence? What kind of sadist would watch that?" sneered Luna.
"For starters, some action films are generally great pieces of art!" defended Scarecrow.
"How is watching a film about senseless killing art?" insulted Celestia.
X-ray crossed his arms "Senseless killing? A lot of action films have meaningful stories and themes that often aren't brought down by fake blood and gore and fictional people dying. And like we said with video games, it's a form of escapism that's totally different from the real thing."
"But don't these aggressive genres expose youths to a culture of violence?" questioned Cadance.
Overwatch groaned. "Just because entertainment has violent scenes doesn't meant it will encourage violent acts."
"You enjoy those types of entertainment and look where you 4 ended up!" squealed Fluttershy.
"For staters, if children are watching films meant for frown ups, it's the parents fault for being a retard." began Scorch. "Second films and games with violent scenes are given to adolescents at least who are perfectly capable of telling the difference between imaginary death and real death."
"Finally, we didn't join the 23rd because we watch violent films. We jointed because we're the only humans who are capable of killing without forming any negative thoughts." added Scarecrow. "We've had our condition since birth. Before we watched violent films."
"You know, you humans sure do spend a lot of time with technological ways of recreation." pointed Rainbow Dash.
"That's right. We humans always find ways to keep ourselves informed and entertained with technology." smiled Scorch.
"It certainly can't be healthy for you humans to be staring at a screen at all times." noted Rarity.
"That's why we invented medicine to take care of issues like that." countered X-ray.
Celestia took a sip of her tea. "But shouldn't you humans spend time out doors doing acts physically? You seem to be rather insistent that machines do all the entrainment for you."
"And I really, don't like the idea of sitting in a room, being distracted by technology from the wonders true art would provide. It could take away time from important tasks." glared Cadance.
"Okay, you have no right to disavow computers as a form of entertainment." stated Scarecrow. "Throughout human history, the most popular form of entertainment will always be mocked as degrading and not true art. Now it's holograms and virtual reality, before it was the internet, before it was video games, then it was television, then it was radio, then it was reading. The first thing to be mocked as false art were plays."
"Why would plays and reading be mocked?" remarked Twilight.
"Because it was new at a certain point. New forms of entertainment will always have its vilifiers so our government encourages its civilians not to give in to the hypocrisy and embrace new forms of art." muttered X-ray.
"But what about playin' outside? Don't ya humans do dat anymore?" gulped Applejack.
"During the second dark ages which was between 2000-2030, humanity had a serious problem where we started relying on technology for entertainment rather than physical activity." told Scorch.
"Humans were getting lazy and gained unhealthy bodies." growled Overwatch.
X-ray stroked his black hair. "The UTF foresaw that each generation would rely on virtual systems to provide entertainment. So as a result, the Federation encourages its citizens to dedicate 1 hour of physical activity per day or else."
"Or else what?" asked Fluttershy.
"We don't know. But or else is scary enough to get humans to do it anyway." shrugged Scarecrow. "Although I think you have to pay a fine of some sorts or your income tax increases by 0.005%"
"That's not too bad of a punishment." pointed Luna
"Well despite living in a socialistic government, people can still be rather stingy." chuckled X-ray.
Rainbow Dash got excited. "So what kind of sports do you humans like playing?"
"The 4 of us aren't really sports fans and other than Scorch, we never joined any athletic teams. To social." laughed Scarecrow.
"The problem with human sports is that all, if not most of them require hands and bi-pedal structures to be played." informed X-ray. "Although I heard you ponies have bowling."
"That's true. We told you about it the other day and you freaked out." remembered Rainbow Dash.
"Yeah, because it makes no fucking sense for ponies to have a sport that requires a ball to be carried with fingers!" snorted Scorch.
"No need to resort that language!" scolded Celestia. "And it's a fun sport. I enjoy it."
"As for our sports. We have a game called Griffball that requires a team of 6 on 6 wearing cases of protective armor to plant a ball to a goal post. The team that has the ball protects the carrier while the opposition chases the carrier and knocks the ball out of his hands with anti gravity pulses that send the flier distances." explained X-ray.
"Isn't that dangerous?" awed Twilight.
"Not really. It's played by professional adults who wear protective armor. Players claim it doesn't hurt, it just like swimming in another direction." assured Scorch.
"Sports we play in school include dodgeball, which I heard existed even back in the 20th century. Apparently kids, getting loved hit with balls." joked Scarecrow.
X-ray tried to remember the sport humans played "A modern sport we have is mag ball. It requires two teams of 8 passing a metallic ball to each other with magnetized gloves. The opposing team basically has to intercept the ball by attracting it with their magnetic gloves. The catch is that you can't move with ball and to score you need to be standing in the enemy team's goal with the ball in place."
"Sounds like fun! I gotta remember that the next time I throw a party." noted Pinkie Pie.
"Good luck finding magnetic gloves for hooves." chucked Scorch. "Another sport I enjoy playing is hockey."
"Something that should have died out, but Canadians are so insistent on tradition." insulted Scarecrow. "Another thing we humans do to pass time in summer is swim in pools or go biking in parks."
"And bikin' would be?" let on Applejack.
"It's almost like riding a scooter, but don't bother asking about it considering you need to be bi-pedal with hands to operate a bike." disappointed X-ray. "By the way, why does Scootaloo ride scooters?"
"Because it's her talent. Duh." said Rainbow Dash.
"Surely you ponies should've realized that she needs to hold on a grip for safety which requires fingers?" referenced Overwatch. "To be exact, why have scooters if you can't operate them properly?"
"How about the answer of; why not? Are you 4 going to question everything we ponies posses?" stated Luna.
"Only the stuff that doesn't make sense." corrected Scorch. "We humans also like playing board games when we're board of watching movies and playing video games."
"Oh? Like picitonary, chess, scrabble and monopony?" piped up Rarity.
"How do you know what those board games are?" said X-ray.
"Oh, I see you humans have those games too? How splendid." smiled Celestia.
"More like creepy. We've had those games for hundreds of years except monopoly which was banned due to obvious redundant political reasons." stated Scorch.
"Just don't challenge me or X-ray to chess. I'm an expert and X-ray's Armenian, it's in his blood." teased Scarecrow.
"Well, I'm an exceptional chess player myself." smirked Twilight.
"I wouldn't challenge her if were you. If that was okay with you." whispered Fluttershy.
"The last thing I can think of is going to coffee shops like Fedbucks for a quick drink and just relax." finalized Scarecrow.
"So, that's all what we can think of what humans do for fun, what do ponies do for entertainment?" questioned Scorch.
"Well it really depends on the pony you ask." chirped Pinkie Pie. "Our cutie mark kinda represents the activities we do all the time. When we're not going on crazy adventures, I like baking cupcakes, pulling pranks and practical jokes. Don't you humans like pulling pranks."
"Oh man, I remember some really rich ones we pulled together." laughed Rainbow Dash.
"Not really. Pranks are far too immature for our taste. Even when we were kids, practical jokes are viewed as cheap method to gain attention." denied Scarecrow.
"So how do you humans get a laugh?" interrogated Celestia.
"Either through comedic stories or by going to cafes to watch stand up comedy." answered X-ray.
Twilight straightened her mane. "Well, when I have free time, I like to read books. Physical books. Which reminds me, are library's extinct?"
Scarecrow knitted his eyebrows. "Of course not. People still read physical books and libraries offer data pads with preloaded books on them for people to read. Rather than checking out books however, humans just buy codes from librarians to download them on their tablets temporarily or just buy them permentantly. I read myself a lot. After all, I do intend on becoming an author when I'm discharged from service."
Twilight cleared her throat. "When I'm not reading, I live up to my name as the alicorn of magic by practicing all sorts of new spells."
"To me, sewing dresses is my job and my free time." dramatized Rarity. "When I am not doing that however, I make frequent trips to the Ponyville spa. Do human ladies enjoy the same thing?"
"You could say that. Overwatch's sister went to the spa a lot when she still lived on Requiem. As well as our mothers from time to time." acknowledged Scorch.
"When Ah'm not savin' the town form some random mishap, ah'm always workin' on the field buckin' apple trees. Ain't got no time for fun. Mostly" boasted Applejack.
"Can't you get any help to lessen the amount of time you spend on work?" condescended X-ray.
"'Course not. Us Apples gotta do hard work our selves. It's a tradition." remarked the cowpony.
"Typical conservative rednecks." muttered Scarecrow. "Sometimes I wished we crushed you all in the civil war."
The commander received dirty looks from his squad mates.
"Alright, that last part was taking it too far." scolded Scorch.
The commander sincerely agreed with the demo man made an apologetic look.
The ponies, who hadn't heard the insult, continued. "I'm normally taking care of my animals or doing some other activity that involves cute critters to pass the time." whispered Fluttershy. "When I'm with my friends, I just do what they want."
"I on the other hoof practice my flying." gloated Rainbow Dash. "I gotta keep my title as fastest flier in Equestria. Plus, I have to remain trained if I'm gonna join the Wonderbolts."
"And they are?" inquired X-ray.
"They're the most famous flying group in all of Equestria. Only the best fliers are allowed to join them!" exclaimed the Rainbow Maned Pegasus. "If I keep up my current awesomeness, I'll be on their team in know time and...finally have a chance to hook up with Soarin."
As Rainbow Dash formed a dreamy look in her eye, Scarecrow checked a file on the internet.
"The Wonderbolts sound an awful lot like the Air Force's Thunderbolts. They're made up of the greatest pilots in human society and often perform air shows during festivals."
"Do they wear blue and yellow jump suits?" chuckled Twilight.
"Not really, but they have blue and yellow patterned interceptors."
"Whoa! I didn't know there was a human equivalent of the Wonderbolts!" cheered Rainbow Dash. "That is so awesome."
"More like creepy." corrected X-ray. "How long have they been around?"
"Around 100 years or so. I'm a fan too." smiled Pinkie Pie.
"Well the Thunderbolts have been active since the 20th century." informed Scarecrow. "I think it makes sense for pegasai to invent flying teams, but the fact that you share a similar name and pattern is uncanny."
"Don't any of you have those sports teams you're big fans of?" asked Shining Armor.
"We don't like watching sports physically or virtually." sighed Scorch. "We don't really have any preferences. I'm a hockey fan and I'm still unfamiliar with the teams."
"Maybe that's because they're 3 of them in existence from the only cities left in Canada." implied Scarecrow.
"What about the other humans?" brought up Twilight.
X-ray yawned before speaking. "That's a broad term, but many humans still like supporting a team. I heard we humans used to spend millions on athletes but after realizing how redundant hat sounded, we put an end to the practice. The players didn't even care."
"You can't blame them for being rewarded for their talents." whimpered FLuttershy.
"We're not a meritocracy and we don't find the urge to follow up with an athlete unless he or she does something useful." snorted Scarecrow.
Luna raised her muzzle. "That's rather shallow. As for me, I haven't much time for fun. Since I was locked in the moon for 1 thousand years, I have to get aquatinted to the new methods of entertainment."
"I on the other hoof am too preoccupied with running the country and deciphering what evil will threaten our nation next." continued Celestia. "Although I do enjoy eating cake pulling pranks secretly. They often call this part of me, Trollestia."
"Yeah, just don't pull one on us or else we'll be put in a really messed up mood. And you do not want us angry." warned Overwatch.
"Believe me, I don't." assured Celestia.
"When I'm not running the Crystal empire, I usually take strolls with my husband." said Cadance. "Since I'm the Alicorn of love, it is my duty to help out those with marital issues."
"But what we can all agree on is that we love a good old soiree!" cheered Pinkie Pie. "How come you 4 never like partying?"
"It's just our preference." defended X-ray. "The same way it's your reason want to party."
"The truth is, we're not social. In high school, it was just the 4 of us sticking together...and those 9 other guys we hung with." remembered Scorch.
"Are all members of the 23rd anti social?" asked Cadance.
"Of course not. Even when the division has its get togethers, we still hang out in the sidelines." stated Scarecrow.
"The girls of Phantom squad are party animals like Pinkie Pie. And let me tell you, they're willing to take it to really suggestive levels if you know what I mean." winked X-ray.
The Equestrians blushed awkwardly.
"The members of Dusk and Specter squad are rather popular as well when they're not working as counter terrorists." remarked Scorch. "The only the thing we truly share is our inability to feel remorse from violence."
"Also I'm sociophobic, crowds make me really nervous." shivered Scarecrow.
"Remind me to not put you anywhere near large groups of ponies." requested Celestia.
"Trust me, with our luck at parties, we're almost inclined to believe in curses." warned X-ray.
"Come on there's gotta be some stuff you can tell us about kicking it." insisted Twilight in a rough voice.
"Well first you have those really fancy parties with ballroom dancing and all. Really boring." yawned Scarecrow.
"Tell me about it." sighed Celestia.
"I remember this one time where we went to the Grand Galloping Gala and it was a disaster!" yelled Pinkie Pie.
"Well maybe if your realized there was more than one type of party, we wouldn't be in such a situation." insisted Rarity.
"As for types of parties. The kind Pinkie Pie throws is similar to what humans throw.. for children." stammered Scorch.
"Not true, sometimes I bring up dance floors and lighting to age it up." smirked the pink mare.
"Humans do parties for people our age are a lot more mature." laughed Scarecrow. "What a lot of humans our age do is go to night clubs."
"Night clubs?" brightened Luna.
"Those are places we humans go to party throughout the night. I have to admit they're quite exciting." informed Scorch.
Luna formed a dreamy look in her eye. The idea of Ponies staying up all night to celebrate was riveting.
"How are human parties more mature?" asked Rainbow Dash.
"A lot of times there are female strippers who take off their clothes for sexual entrainment."
"How is getting naked sexual?" questioned Twilight.
"Humans are clothed all the time, so it's become an instinct." answered X-ray.
"Why would humans exploit sexual acts during soiree's?" gasped Rarity.
"Humans are in general sexual beings. Unlike ponies, people often have sex for recreation not just reproduction." explained Scarecrow.
"How vulgar." snorted Celestia.
"Also, a lot of humans smoke weed during parties." added Scorch.
Applejack was disgusted. "Why would you do drugs?"
"Pot isn't exactly lethal, in fact it has medical uses. Humans are smart enough to regulate how much they take in." defended X-ray.
"Next you will be telling me you gamble too!" sneered Rainbow Dash.
"Actually we do. The 4 of us don't but other party goers enjoy it." said Scarecrow. "Most casinos are owned by the Federation though so we make sure people don't do stupid bets that could risk their life savings."
"Does the Federation own everything?" questioned Shining Armor.
"No. They just have an annoying paranoia about local businesses so they regulate them unnecessary levels." shrugged Scorch.
"Although a lot of times there are privately owned party areas. However, a large number of them sell illegal drugs, sexual slavery and are in ties with mafia." remarked X-ray.
"How horrendous!" gasped Rarity.
"We know. We often have to raid them and either arrest or take out its owners if they fail to comply to our pre mission haunting." smiled Scarecrow.
"Wow, human party goers makes me sound like a baby." frowned Pinkie Pie.
Celestia noticed the members of Shadow looking relatively worried despite their previous energetic moods.
"Something wrong?"
X-ray sighed. "It's just all the things we humans have in common with ponies. Similar sports teams, recreational ideas, languages, architecture and food recipes."
"These are just coincidences. No need to get worked up." assured Twilight.
"You might not comprehend this, but we believe it's more than similarities." countered Scorch. "We hope we don't run into any more anomalies."
Shadow didn't know what they were up for next.
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