Solid Script Equestria
Chapter 30: Chapter 26: Wizards Become Guardians and Meets a King
Previous Chapter Next ChapterOpening my eyes, I release a quiet yawn, snuggling deeper into the furry mass lying next to me. I wasn’t the only one as I feel a small shape nuzzling into my chest, hearing a small buzzing next to me as a pair of chitinous hands wrap around my stomach. It took a little while before my brain finally kicked in, making me realize where I was and what was going on around me.
I was in my bed and once again in the centre of a very diverse creature pile, and I was only mildly surprised when I realized the mass I was up against was Sonbā, the Alicorn holding Ammy and Mei to him with his wings while his right arm was resting around my head. Meanwhile Kuna was stuck between the two of us, her arms around me, while our youngest was held protectively against my chest.
Yeah, at this point I stopped fighting and dancing around it and decided that Sonbā and I are together. Makes sense considering Yoru being both of ours, plus the girls had really bonded with him after everything went down. I even caught them a couple times calling him ‘dad’ and ‘papa’. That was a fun day.
Despite how much I didn’t want to, I knew I had to get up to work and eat, so with a lot of regret, I slowly shook everyone awake.
Mei was the first to wake up, silently yawning before helping me get out of the pile. Not long after the rest of the girls awoke, followed by Sonbā begrudgingly getting himself out from under the covered.
I yawn and smile to them all before gently placing the still sleeping Yoru in her cradle and walking to the washroom in my room to actually wake up. I saw as the girls went back to their room to do the same, and felt the tiniest bit of sadness that I couldn’t brush their hair today. I shook my head though and pressed onwards, heading to the shower.
After a few minutes I exited the washroom in a towel as I do normally and made my way over to the closet, grabbing my clothes for today. After a bit of searching I managed to find what I wanted.
It was slightly modified version of Shirogane Naoto’s summertime outfit, consisting of a light blue button up dress shirt with a yellow tie overtop of a dark blue tank top and black slacks with a pair of dark brown boots. I also had a pair of navy blue fingerless gloves, and her trademark cap. I gotta admit, for an androgynous character uncomfortable being seen as a girl, she had a sick sense of style. I grin to myself in the mirror, smoothing out my longer, spiky hair. It kinda looked like if Gajeel dyed his hair blue like Levy since it was almost reaching my waist already.
As soon as I finished changing and admiring myself, a certain someone announced she was hungry. I smile lightly to myself as I made my way over to the crib and picked up my whimpering babe.
“Shshsh, there there sweetie. Momma’s here. You hungry, is that it?” I whispered while rocking Yoru in my arms. She calmed down after a couple seconds and reached up to me. Gah! Why is she so cute!?
With a smile I sat on my bed and undid a couple of buttons before casting the lactation spell I learned. I’ll admit I freaked out the first couple times, but how else should someone react to suddenly feeling their breasts are heavier and sloshing around?
After a couple minutes of feeding, burps, and washing, Yoru and I leave my room and head to my office so I can start filling out my paperwork. This was a rather fun time for the two of us. After walking in and closing the door, I placed Yoru down to her little play corner and used my clone magic to split myself in fourths.
While Lexa, Ria and Ali do the paperwork, Xan plays with Yoru, playfully showing her how to stack her wooden blocks and generally keeping our daughter distracted. It didn’t take all that long for the trio of clones to fill out all the paperwork as well as sign the quests, just a couple hours, and before long I am back sitting at my desk with a certain hybrid in my arms.
I quickly grabbed the newest quest forms and made my way down the stairs, posting the quests before taking a seat on the bar like Makarov. I glanced around the guild and smiled as I saw most of the members milling about.
Spike and Twilight were hanging out with the dragons they managed to convince to join up, the latter asking about a million questions about dragons in general, while the former was being hounded about how the others were supposed to unlock their own dragon slayer magic.
Applebloom and Sweetie Belle were trying to convince our newest colt to come out with them on a job, but Dawn looked like he wasn’t having any of it. That colt acted so much like young Erza it was almost scary. Aside from hanging out at Fluttershy’s or practicing his forms for that ‘Gale King’ fighting style, he mostly just stays in the corner of the guild at his little table, doing nothing. As long as he doesn’t try and bang AB and Scoots heads together when they get in an eventual argument, we’ll be good. I swear those two were constantly trying to one up each other. All that aside, I knew that colt would be an amazing wizard once he gains his magic and passes the MPF test to take on higher ranking jobs.
I smirked as I saw Trixie teaching Mei how to read tarot cards and how to focus on ones faith and predictions. My little Kirin has been really interested in the concepts of using fate and luck as a tool rather than a coincidence. Luckily our resident magician is there to teach her the ropes.
A loud bang brought my attention over to another table while Aspen beat Cobalt in yet another arm wrestling match. This make ten for twenty even between the two. The Minotaur and Abyssian seemed to try and out pace one another whenever they get the chance. Not gonna say it out loud, but that competitive glint they have in their eyes whenever they see each other is more than a little scary. As long as they don’t end up fighting like Erza and Mira did when they were kids, we shouldn’t have to rebuild the guild too many times.
I laugh a little as I watch Maddie racing around the tables with several mugs perched in her hands, the young abyssian taking the drink cups to the back room where Silk was waiting to wash them. Even though it isn’t official, Maddie had become like a second server/waitress for the guild because of how fast and energetic she is, through she is kinda clumsy, but she just keeps on smiling, having such a happy disposition about her. She kind reminds me of a mix between Michelle and Ruby Rose.
The front of the guild opened as Sonbā and Luna walked in, the former holding a small ice pack to his head as the latter was trying not to laugh. Barely an hour and a half of flying lessons and he is already back. That is hilarious. Luna offered to teach Sonbā about how to be an Alicorn since she wasn’t going on any jobs for a while, and it isn’t like she really needs the money, so she was free.
I smirk and rock my youngest again as she rested in my arms, looking over the guild with me. As I was looking around, I remembered something I wanted to get done to protect my new home. Or more accurately, to protect our new home.
Doing a quick magic scan of the guild, I was in luck as I sensed the ponies and dragon I wanted to talk to about this. With a quick summon of my Requip, I was holding a call card. Focusing the magic, I locked on to the ponies I needed to talk to and once the connection was set, I sent the message.
“Twilight, Trixie, Trace, Spike, Dawn, Sonbā and Luna. Meet me at the training hall in an hour.”
One Hour Later....
After putting Yoru down for her afternoon nap, I made sure to cast a quick detection and soundproof spell on her room, before heading to the training hall in the forest. The flight there was a calm one as I knew this shouldn’t be too much of a problem, just giving some of my wizards a boost.
Before long I was lowering myself towards the training hall. Outside the illusion barrier, it still looked like crap, but once I passed the threshold....
“SHIT!” I strafed left and dodged a flying pillar of stone as it crumbled against the barrier. Looking down into the training hall, I saw Applejack training by practicing her Earth magic into the hardening style, summoning pillars before physically throwing them. I also saw Spark and Azure practicing their magic against one another in a spar near the back arena area.
AJ saw me flying there with a frown and sheepishly rubbed the back of her head before stomping on the ground, retracing the pillars into the courtyard. I roll my eyes and made my way over to the entrance. I grabbed a small drink from the fountain before I heard the magic teleporter circle activate and the six ponies and one drake I called appeared one by one.
“Hey guys, thanks for coming.” I say, leading the group past all the training areas and into a small office I repurposed incase I needed to get out of the guild to work. I motioned for them all to take a seat, Sonbā, Dawn and Spike taking the chairs and the others taking a seat on a nearby couch.
“So, may I ask what this is about Faekage?” Dawn questions in his most mono of tones. I clear my throat a bit before nodding.
“As some of you know, some time ago I summoned another Displaced named Kairi here and she helped me in unlocking my keyblade as well as becoming an honorary member of the guild. Now, even though it has been quiet for some time, I know it is only a matter of time before the Heartless, Nobodies, Unversed etcetera find this world, and I know just our magic won’t be enough.” I looked over the small group as they payed the upmost attention.
“I can’t be the only guardian for this world against these threats. And that is why, after much deliberation, I have decided to grant the seven of you, the power of keyblades to help defend this world.”
The response I got was total silence. The only sound I could hear was the echoing explosions from some wizards sparring in the back, as the group looked to one another in surprise and shock.
“Why?” I looked down to Dawn as he said this, his face remaining as neutral as can be, but his eyes told a different story. I could see the turmoil, shock and confusion warring in his mind.
“Why select me? I understand the others, they are likely extremely powerful in their own rights, but I have only been a ‘member’ of this guild for a little over a week. How is it you can choose me, a colt you barely know, and say I am worthy of wielding one of these weapons?”
I smile softly and walked past the desk to kneel infront of him.
“Because you have a strong soul.” He looked to me in shock. “Don’t mistake me for a fool or an unobservant person Dawn. I can see the warring darkness in your heart, but more than that, I can see the struggling yet determined light within you. You who have gone through inhuman treatment and resentment simply for your eyes, may very well become one of the strongest mages in Equestria. It is said through hardships we grow all the stronger, and I believe you are a perfect personification of that statement.”
He looked to me with restrained awe in his eyes, I know I am one of the first people to accept him unconditionally, so he had some faith in me, even if it was minuscule. I knew he is shocked by how much faith I am putting in him. After some time, he lowers his head and nods slowly. I smile to him and pat his head before stepping back and looking over the group. The other six all nod with their own grins and smiles. I nod to myself and take a breath before holding my hand out and summon Fairy’s Flow. I smile before flipping it around, pointing the handle to the group.
“In your hand, take this Key. So long as you have the makings, then through this simple act of taking, its wielder, you shall one day be. And you will find me, friend. No ocean will contain you then. No more borders around, or below, or above, so long as you champion the ones you love,”
The group all, one by one, grab hold of the hilt, and I can sense the small boost in magic as they do so. Once everyone was finished, I stored my keyblade away and look over the group, who are all looking at their hands in concentration.
“Now, it took a while for me to unlock my keyblade so don’t feel like there is a rush or anything. It could take months for you seven to-”
“Woah, I did it.”
My eyes shoot open and lock onto the form of Trixie as she is holding her new keyblade in hand. It looked like a mix between the Kingdom Key and Star Seeker. For the base it looked like a simple large key with a box-like guard and long keychain. The blade and teeth were a bright cyan with several pale pink stars dotting the blade. In the four corners of the guard were circles with small stars and the handle having a swirling design. The keychain was of Trixie’s Cutie Mark.
I could feel my eye twitching as Trixie swung around her keyblade with a smile. How? How did she unlock it so fast!? It seemed I was the only one shocked and confused as the others just congratulated Trixie in unlocking it so fast, Twilight being the most excited as she gave her ‘friend’ a hug. Yeah those two are not fooling anyone, especially with that blush the blue unicorn is wearing.
“Ahem.” I cough, getting the others attentions. “Now then, like I said, Trixie aside, it could take a while before any of you unlock your keyblades, but don’t rush it. Don’t try and force it, or focus on your weapons alone. Remember we have plenty of jobs on the board and now that Cadence has set up the posting station in the Crystal Empire, as well as some in some of the smaller towns dotting the continent, work is going to be piling up before we know it.”
The group all nod and we make our way out of the training hall, except for Trixie and Twilight, who wanted to do a quick spar so the former can get a grasp on her new weapon and the powers it entails. I just smile before using Direct Line to appear back in my room, and just in time for a certain someone to wake up.
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I took a sip of my coffee that Zen made, my kids all eating their dinner without a fuss. That was something I was kinda grateful for, my girls aren’t picky eaters. Granted one of them only eats for the fun of it, but the point stands. I actually noticed that Kuna had changed quite a bit since she joined up. For one, her limbs were now void of holes and her wings took on a crystal-like shine instead of looking ratty and full of holes.
They others were almost all but glowing as now they were healthy and clean, even if a certain Canine liked playing in the mud with Applebloom. But, again, the point stands.
It was around seven thirty in the evening now and Celestia was about to lower the sun for Luna to raise the moon, so it was almost time for the girls to head to bed. Again, another thing they don’t complain about, even if they always seemed to make their way to my bed in the middle of the night anyways.
I smile to myself as Yoru lets go of my chest and rests her head against me, trying to sleep through the noise of the guild. I grab my own dinner, a chicken caesar wrap and take a quick bite, making sure not to let any crumbs fall. I have to admit, I think this is the healthiest I have ever been in my life.
Not that I was fat or anything, but I definitely have noticed less stomach and more abs lately. Then again, a barely noticeable four pack isn’t something to brag about, but I definitely know what Natsu feels like with the whole overpowering magic and high physical strength. I will still lose to almost any of the guild in a contest of strength though.
I am broken out of my mental monologue by the doors opening, and a familiar grey pegasus and unicorn duo walking in.
“Ditzy! Dinky!” I call out, the duo smiling and the younger muffin running up to my girls as her mom, who was still in uniform, comes over to the bar where I am.
“Hey Lex, been a while. I see you are handling yourself well with the little muffin there.” She points to my youngest, who is now staring at her silently, before Ditzy puffed her cheeks, making Yoru laugh. I laugh along with her as Ditzy looks extra funny.
“Yeah, things have been great over here. The only downside lately is my inability to go on any quests, but hey, being a mom comes first sometimes.” The pegasus nods in agreement as she watches her daughter playing with my kirin daughter. Looks like Dinky wanted her fortune told and Mei has been doing great with her predictions lately. “So, what’s up Derp? You guys want something to eat?”
“No thanks, we already have some food at home. I just came by to drop off a package for you from Canterlot.” That got my attention because there is one thing I commissioned from the capital. Ditzy dug into her satchel and took out a small parcel and her notepad for me to sign. Once everything was filled out, Ditzy and her daughter left to go home while I put the dishes in the kitchen to be cleaned.
The girls all did their last activities for the night, being either studying under Raine and Twilight, or just reading for fun, while I got to my office to finish up some extra paperwork I nearly forgot. Before too long I was tucking in the trio into their bunk beds and my youngest into her cradle.
Once I was completely sure the four of them were out, I made my way out of the guild with the parcel I had, still sealed. Once far enough away, I focused my magic and teleported. The area shift rapidly as I moved away, far far away, before landing where I wanted.
The badlands.
I knew that this is only a small chance that this could work, but if it could, the guild was about to get energy more crazy. Taking out a small pocket knife, I opened the parcel and took a breath before opening them. I smiled as I saw exactly what I ordered.
Two keys.
One gold. One silver.
The gold one was rather intricately designed. The bow of the key is sculpted similar to a lion's head, with the face on the bow's base, complete with two fangs facing downward. The center of the bow is a white arc with the crest of the Lion, colored in dark orange, and surrounded by the lion's "mane". The end of the key's blade is similar to a lion's tail with a crescent moon at the tip
The silver one was less intricate, but was still rather pretty. The bow is designed similar to a cross with the crest, colored in green, at the center on top of a white diamond-shaped center. The blade of the key is of simple design, shaped like a cross.
I took a breath as I held them. The Gate Key of the Southern Cross and the Gate Key of the Lion.
I had these commissioned by the same blacksmith that made Luna and Celestia newer jewelry, including their new crowns, and I have to say, these were perfect. They looked exactly like they did in the show, the designers for Leo and Crux crests were exactly as I wanted them to be. Now though, I had to see if this works.
As they were now, they were just keys, nothing special about them. But if I am right, they could very well work as they do if Fiore. The concept is that the keys are just anchor points and it is the wizards magic energy that allows the spirits to cross over. That is what uses up so much magic, as it is obviously not simple to open a gateway between dimensions. As a Displaced, I know this firsthand.
“Ok. Time to see if this works.” I mutter to myself as I take hold of Crux key. I’ll admit I was nervous, since I can’t actually pinpoint my Celestial magic, but I know it is there. Taking a couple shaky breaths, before calming myself I point the key outwards and announce.
”I am linked to the path to the world of Celestial Spirit!” I don’t notices a a golden light appears at my feet. “Now! O Spirit, answer my call and pass through the Gate!”
I groan as I now notice the light as I suddenly feel a huge portion of my magic and even my unusable void energy being drained of me. This is working, but it shouldn’t be by this much! I guess I’ll need more energy.
“Rirīsu! Kurenjinguraito no shīru! Tetsudamashī no fūin! (Release! Seal of the Cleansing Light! Seal of the Iron Soul!)”
At once I feel as more magic is added to my pool, my golden highlights glowing as well as both my eyes turning gold and white. My skin took on a shiny, metallic tone as my teeth sharpened into points like Tetsutetsu. I put on a determined glare as I take hold of the key and swipe downwards.
“Open, Gate of the Souther Cross! Crux!”
DING DONG
I smile as I hear the telltale sound, the air before me beginning to glow with magical energy as golden sparkles appear, before a new form began to appear. Before long, the light dies down some, and I can make out the look of who I summoned.
Sitting cross legged in the middle of the air was an aged celestial spirit. His head beholds a giant, metal cross with floral-like golden patterns with a white-haired mustache sprouting from his nostrils that also appears like tiny crosses. His eyes were closed. He was wearing a medieval-like outfit, complete with green pants and wooden pointed shoes. His arms and legs are skinny, and appear to be tanned orange. On his arms are blue-colored knobs attached to his wrists and elbows.
“Holy crap, I did it.” I mutter through breaths, trying to get air back in my lungs while falling to my knees. I felt like I was Lucy summoning Leo, Virgo and Aquarius at the same time. It should not have been that taxing to summon Crux of all spirits!
“Ahem. Well now, this is certainly a shock.” I look over to Crux as he examines me and the area around him in intrigue. “To think that a single Displaced was able to make the connection necessary to open the pathways from the Celestial Spirit World in this universe. You have quite a bit of power young lady.”
I laugh a little before something he said clicked. “Wait a minute. You know about the Displaced?”
“Indeed I do. Considering you are the one who created the opening for me to pass through, you are aware I am the one who knows almost everything about the Celestial Spirits and their mages.” I nod and sit down properly. “Well the reason for that is my ability to search for information is actually far more complicated that one would think. Rather than simply allowing my mind to search through the archives of the Spirit World, I actually connect with alternate versions of myself across the multiverse and converse with them for the information I am looking for.”
“Wow. So, you have access to the multiverse as a whole, but can only connect to alternate versions of yourself?” He nods with a small grumble.
“Indeed. It is one of the reasons I am beholden to personal privacy laws. If I were to say, tell an alternate, evil version of Lucy Heartfilia about her exploits in other timelines...well you could image what would happen.” I nod at his example. I know there are infinite other versions of myself out there, and to be honest, I don’t really wanna know about what some of them are doing.
“So, wait a second. The reason that took so much magic and void energy to summon you, was because the Celestial Spirit World in this universe had no connection?”
“That is correct.” A booming voice came from nowhere and everywhere. I jumped up and looked around in shock, only now noticing that the area around me had become grey scaled and seemingly frozen in time. “There are no Celestial mages in this universe, so myself and my subjects all but content to simply live our immortal lives waiting until one such as yourself made the connection.”
‘My subjects? No way. It couldn’t be....’
I look up as the stars in the sky begin to circle, an immense light shining down on me forcing my eyes closed. I could sense an immense, almost immeasurable magical presence appear before me, but I couldn’t see. I managed to cover my eyes and squint, seeing Crux bowing, before the light died down. I am pretty sure I turned pure white as I looked up, far up, towards a being I never thought I would see.
“The Celestial Spirit King.”
I’ll freely admit, I could feel some tears appearing at the corners of my eyes. This being, he was so much stronger them me, he could likely beat the crap out of uncle Ed! I regained myself once I noticed Crux still bowing and went to a knee next to him. I admit, I was shaking. I could feel as the king leaned down slightly to get a better look at me. There was a tense silence as I just trembled, scared I may have made him mad or disrespecting him, when he finally spoke.
“Smile.” I blinked a couple times before raised my head slightly, and seeing the intimidating and powerful entity above me, smiling joyfully. “Alexandria Justine. To think you alone would be the one to create the connection that allows my subjects to leave our world. Truly a remarkable feat for one so young.”
“U-Uh, t-thank you s-sir. Uh I mean, your majesty!” He laughed loudly at my stuttering, he voice echoing across the landscape, and I am sure if time wasn’t frozen, you could hear him all the way on Canterlot.
“Relax child. There is no need for you to be so tense. I did not appear to punish you or anything of the sort. In fact, I am here to lift your burden somewhat, and complete the necessary spell that would permanently tie the Celestial Spirit World to this Equis.” I looked to him is awe and shock as he said that. I wiped my eyes and smiled up to him, sending a smile to Crux as well.
“Thank you your majesty. I promise, while I may not be the one to form the contracts, my wizards and I will forever be your allies. I know the wizard I have in mind will treat your subject with both the upmost respect, and as the closest of friends.” I announce with a bow as he smiled down to me.
“I am sure they will. Now them my young friend, I shall make our connection and be off. It was nice to meet you face-to-face, and may the divine protection of the stars forever watch over you.”
I watch in awe as a galaxy coloured beam reach far into the sky, the pure magic power he was emitting making me feel exhilarated yet calm as I could all but see the connection being made between our worlds, before the giant of a spirit began to fade back to whence he came, a joyful smile still of his face.
I smiled as the area around me went back to normal before turning to Crux, who just smiled back with a nod before disappearing in a burst of magic. I looked to his silver key, before glancing at Leo’s key, and deciding I have had enough excitement for the night.
Closing my seals on my magic, I summoned up my energy and teleported back to the guild, phasing through the front door like a ghost and making my way to my room.
Stripping down, I didn’t even bother putting on my pyjamas as I collapsed onto my bed. Glancing to my bedside, I saw the two keys sitting on my desk and smiled.
‘Lookslike things are going to be getting crazy sooner, rather than later. I’m going to need to send the request for the other keys to be made in the morning.’