Thus far we've yet to see the MLP character for this arc, but she'll be introduced in this chapter. By the way, take the first three parts of Starlight Glimmer's real name and run them through Google translators (Latin to English). See what you get...

"So this is it," Momonga said, as he approached the gates of E-Rantel, a border town on the edge of Re-Estize. With him was Nishikienrai, another of his clan, and Narberal Gamma, a doppelganger and spellcaster who acted as a guardian maid within the tomb. Narberal was going under the pseudonym Nabe, and had a traveler's outfit instead of her normal maid regalia. Momonga and Nishikienrai didn't have to worry, since they were relatively unknown and had plenty of traveling clothes thanks to their time with DIO.

"The writing seems similar to Sanskrit," Nishikienrai noted, "Our research shows the translation is identical. It's a good thing we've been here for so long. So what's our first move while we're here?" "We need to get buzz from the local populace," Momonga explained, "And that means local taverns and guild halls. In particular, we should get adventuring jobs for most of our group with more combat-oriented Stands and work our way up the ranks."

As they walked into a nearby tavern, they bumped into a woman dressed in leather armor. "Jeez, watch it!," she called out, "You made me drop my-- Huh?" She noticed the potion bottle she dropped had wound up back in her hand. "Sorry about that," Nishikienrai said, "We weren't paying attention." The woman blinked in realization. "You people are Stand users." "Not me," Narberal said, "I am a simple spellcaster. But my partners Momon and Nishi do have Stands."

A dark ninja with chains appeared by Nishikienrai. It was his Stand, Turning Japanese. This Stand gave him skills equal to any ninja, at least ones found in media. He had used his Stand to move at speeds the human eye couldn't track, letting him grab the potion before it hit the ground. "Thanks for saving my potion," the woman said, "At only an iron rank's salary it's difficult to afford the more high-end potions. I'm Brita, by the way." "You seem to be able to see my Stand," Nishikienrai noted, "Do you also have a Stand?"

"I'd say almost every adventurer does," Brita said, "But mine's a very basic one. Fly on the Wall, that's my Stand, can only let me keep track of any possible enemies when I'm fighting. Good news is I don't really need to start the fight personally, or see an enemy to tag them with my Stand. As soon as someone tries to attack me, my Stand goes off. It's like an early warning radar, so while it's nothing special as far as Stands go, it's far from useless. So, you three are looking to join the guild? No better time to."

"Why do you say that?," Narberal asked. "Lately the Star Princess, Stella, has been asking for strong or capable adventurers to partake in searching the remains of the tower that used to be the source of the Spirit Tracks. A few years ago they started disappearing, the only evidence of where they were being a strange demon train. That train is likely a Stand of some kind, since those who lack a Stand can't see it." "Have you seen it?," Momonga asked. Brita nodded. "Yes, a few times. It looked black as iron and armed like a fortress, a large demonic visage on the front of the engine." Momonga and Nishikienrai looked at each other. This certainly bore investigating.

Meanwhile at the palace in Re-Estize, two large men were meeting. One was Marquis Boullope, leader of the Six Great Nobles. With him was the crown prince, Barbro Andrean Ierudo Ryle Vaiself. "The capture of Nigun puts a wrench in our plans," Boullope noted, "We can't have him released without showing our hand too early. Nor can we have him deported back to the Slane Theocracy. By now they've already given up on him, and will likely execute him for failure."

"We'll find some use for him," Barbro assured his old friend, "His Stand has its uses, after all. I'm more concerned about the five additional Stand users that appeared from nowhere. Tell me, Boullope, when did the glorious power of Stands, that power offered by the gods themselves, fall into the hands of commoners so easily?" "We don't know enough about these five to assume they are commoners," Boullope pointed out, "For instance, Gazef noted one of them mentioned he was third of his name. That is not a practice commoners take."

Barbro rubbed his chin. "I suppose it is early to make assumptions about them. But I can't help think they might become obstacles in our plan, and experience has taught me that the lower class always tends to stand in the way of the elite on their way to greatness." His body glowed with the energy of his own Stand. "The last of the Spirit Tracks have just vanished thanks to your power, Boullope. Now we can unite this realm according to our ways, rather than that old fools."

George and Gyro were escorted to the room of Starlight Glimmer, the Star Princess of Re-Estize. "Your Majesty," Gazef said with bow. "Ah, I was told you returned," Starlight said as she stood up. George couldn't help but be awed by her beauty, especially her flowing indigo hair. "These two assisted me in stopping the attacks on the settlements," Gazef explained, "And now they wish to learn the secrets behind the tower." Starlight nodded. "If they could help you escape an obvious trap, they must be skilled."

She approached the duo. "Your assistance would be most welcomed. It has not been easy getting support to investigate the tower and discover the reason behind the disappearance of the Spirit Tracks, since I am not only a woman but an illegitimate child besides." George chuckled. "You and my younger brother Josuke would get along great." He still remembered when he and Holly learned about their younger brother. Unlike the rest of the family, they were eager to meet him, but George's nephew Jotaro insisted it would be too much family too soon.

Starlight giggled. "I'm glad you can understand my position. Fortunately, since I am still the daughter of the king by blood I do have some political clout, enough to rally strong or capable adventurers to aid me. I've been informed that the last of the Spirit Tracks has just disappeared, so time is of the essence. We'll be leaving for the tower at the end of the day. Gazef, I'd like you to come as well." Gazef saluted. "If Your Highness commands, though I fear for your father's safety in my absence."

Starlight chuckled as she shook her head. "Father's not going anywhere anytime soon. The Noble Faction isn't stupid enough to try political assassination, and despite his obvious age his health isn't fading. He's at least strong enough to walk about the castle without aid. My concern is for the kingdom at large. The Spirit Tracks are what united us, so I want to know why they have suddenly been disappearing. And if there is danger, it's best to have all the help we can muster. Understood?" "Of course," Gazef said. Gyro smirked. "Our fair princess knows how to get work done, right George?" He noticed George was still staring at Starlight and waved a hand in front of his friend's eyes.