It was Friday afternoon at the local high school where the students were in their seats listening to their teacher's boring lecture. One student in particular was occupied with the clock waiting for class to end. He was sixteen years old with green eyes and green spiked hair. His attire included sneakers, jeans, and a green shirt covered by a red vest. He was about ready to completely zone out, until the school bell rang, and the students bolted from the desks and out the classroom.

The boy was at his locker grabbing his bag, as a student passed him bye, “Have a good weekend, Spike!”

“Thanks, you too!' the boy Spike called out to the student, as his voice started narrating.

“That's me; Spike Ddraig, sixteen years old and have no clue what I want to do with my life,” Spike left the school and started walking through town, “But it's alright. There's nothing presently I'm interested in becoming. All I care about right now is being the best there is in the place I wish to rule. Where is it you ask? Well, let me tell you a little story.”

Spike had gone to a junkyard, where he snuck into a secret cave area that was set up like his personal man cave. He had a mini fridge set up, some lights, pictures and newspaper articles on a cork board all relating to the game Eden. He stepped on an omnidirectional treadmill, put some special gloves on, and finally dawned a pair of VR goggles. Through Spike's vision he saw himself inside a virtual world.

“Many years ago, a brilliant game designer named Micro Software had the idea of a world where people can escape the harsh realities of the living world and go to someplace where they can be more than what they are. He called it Eden, because it was a Paradise. The game was a super success and led to him making billions if not trillions of dollars. He had so much money he started his own company to promote Eden. All over the world people of all ages would go to Eden for their own reasons, fun, pleasure, action, adventure, anything.”

The world of Eden was massive with so many different types of worlds both real and fictional, “The cool thing about Eden is where the limits of reality is your own imagination. You can do anything, go anywhere, like surf an awesome wave in Hawaii, skateboard down the pyramids, even climb Mt. Everest with your favorite fictional characters.”

Inside Eden, Spike's avatar character appeared at what looked like the Grand Central Terminal. His avatar was a human sized purple dragon with a green underbelly, spiked spines, and wings. His attire included black boots, blue shorts, a black vest, and purple cap that was backwards. Spike watched as other avatars were arriving and departing to and from other places located in Eden.

“Welcome to Game Central Station; the meeting place where all avatars arrive to when they come to Eden. It has multiple portals leading to so many other different worlds and levels. And the avatars range from everything. People's avatars can be tall, short, beautiful, sexy, hideous, scary, different sex, different species, cartoon, live action, anything. It's all your call. You pick and even redesign how you want your avatar to be. That dragon there is me. In the world of Eden I'm known as Shenron, and it's customary not to reveal your true name to other avatars for safety issues, unless of course you already know each other in the real world.”

“Except for eating sleeping, and bathroom breaks whatever they want to do, they do it here. Make friends, have fun, even channeling anger through activities.”

Spike looked around before picking a portal and stepped through it. He found himself in the world of Wonderland, where other game characters were having fun or partaking in activities like flamingo croquet, a caucus race, or having tea parties.

The dragon avatar walked around watching the other avatars have fun, until he heard someone, “Oh, my gosh! It's the Rainbooms!” Spike stopped upon hearing that and saw several avatars rushing to a spot. Curiously, he flew up and sat atop a tall mushroom. He looked down and saw the avatars gathering around seven specific characters who all appeared to be teenage girls with pony ears and their hairs extended to look like ponytails. They were all dressed as superheroes.

The first girl had a purple body, purple eyes covered by glasses, violet hair with purple and pink streaks done up in a ponytail, a necklace with a star image, and had an F-cup bust.

The second girl had a body white as snow, long elegantly curled purple hair, blue eyes, a necklace with a diamond image, and had a G-cup bust.

The third had an orange body, blonde hair in a ponytail that was covered by a stetson hat, green eyes, a necklace with an apple image, and had an F-cup bust.

The fourth girl had a pink body, big poofy pink hair, light blue eyes, wore a necklace with a balloon image, and had an E-cup bust.

The fifth girl had pegasus wings on her back, a yellow body, long pale pink hair, cyan eyes, wore a necklace with a butterfly image, and had an E-cup bust.

The sixth girl who also had pegasus wings along with an athletic build had a light blue body, her hair was like a rainbow, scarlet eyes, a necklace with a lightning bolt image, and an E-cup bust.

The final girl had an amber body, red and blonde mixed hair, cyan eyes, a necklace with a sun image, and had an F-cup bust.

The avatars were swarming the seven with praises, “You girls are the best!”

“You're so popular!”

“I wish my avatar could be as good as yours!”

Spike watched the girls being praised, while bearing a blush across his face as he looked at how beautiful they were.

“The Rainbooms. This team of girls have got a reputation around Eden as the team you don't ever wanna mess with. Because they'll mess you up bad. In this world they're known as Twilight Sparkle, Rarity, Applejack, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash, and Sunset Shimmer. Whoever they are in the real world, I hope they're as gorgeous as they are here. I hope. You might say I got a crush on them, but can you blame me? And I'm not the only one. I'd notice so many guys try to get close to them, but for some reason they always get turned down. I assume the girls are just playing hard to get just to keep their admirers coming back. But man, what I wouldn't give to have just a moment to speak to them.”

Suddenly the mushroom Spike was atop broke in the middle and toppled with Spike landing on the ground with a thud. The other avatars noticed and laughed at the poor dragon, only for the Rainbooms to push through them and rush over to see how he was.

“Oh, my stars, are you ok?” Rarity asked in concern.

“You're not hurt are you?” Fluttershy asked in equal concern.

“That was a nasty lookin' fall.” Applejack noted in a country accent.

“But it was an impressive one.” Rainbow chuckled, only to get elbowed by Sunset who spoke.

“Not the time.”

“Luckily you didn't go full splat.” Pinkie said.

“Are you alright?” Twilight asked Spike.

“Yeah I'm fine. I-” Spike stopped when he saw the girls were all surrounding him with their busts just inches away from his face. He couldn't muster up anymore words, and could feel himself sweating in the real world. He panicked and quickly got up before running like hell trying not to look back.

“Who was that?” Fluttershy asked in confusion.

“Better check avatar stats,” Twilight waved her hand and a journal appeared before her. She opened it and started skimming through the status' of many avatars before stopping on the dragon boy, “Here he is. Shenron. The dragon warrior.”

“No way. That guy?” Rainbow asked.

“Why'd he just run away like that?” Fluttershy wondered.

“I don't know, but maybe we should keep an eye out for him.” Twilight said, as she looked out into the distance the dragon warrior ran off too.

Spike popped out of Wonderland's portal and was back in Game Central Station, “Dammit!” he cursed, “My first chance to make a good impression and I choke!” he started walking, “Who am I kidding, they probably would've thought I was loser anyway.”

He walked through another portal and appeared in a shop where digital avatar shopkeepers were selling merch to the other players, “This is where players can get power ups, new clothing, weapons, accessories, and more. Of course to purchase you need the right amount of coins which you can obtain through several mini games, battles, or steal from others. But the real good stuff called artifacts are located in various worlds and can be founded and acquired in so many ways. It's a real fight to get what you want, and sometimes it'll cost you a lot more should you fail.”

“You have a health bar that keeps growing the stronger your avatar levels up, but that bar can drop depending on the amount of damage you take. When you leave the game and come back your health is restored, but if your health drops all the way you're dead. You can come back to life and all, but everything you've worked for, all the costumes, money, weapons, artifacts are lost to you, and whoever takes you out is welcomed to help themselves. People spend so much time in Eden, losing your shit, really means losing your shit in the real world. You gotta be smart, strong, and resourceful if you wanna survive.”

Spike seeing there was currently nothing new he could currently afford at the moment, and anything he could afford he already had. So he left. He walked through the station again determining where to go next.

“And I’m sure you're wondering is there any other point to all this? Is coming to Eden just so people can escape the real world? The answer is no. Micro Software reigns as King of the entire world of Eden. His Avatar resides in his castle in the Realm of Magic. His Avatar Starswirl the Bearded is regarded as the most powerful sorcerer ever. He made it so whomever can defeat him and take over his castle would become the new King. That is what so many are aiming for, to dethrone the creator and become the new ruler. At least until someone else comes along and knocks them off the throne, even Starswirl could retake it should he ever be dethroned. So many gamers have lost everything trying to defeat him and have to work their way back up again. But yeah it's my dream to take the throne and become King of Eden. And one day I will. But until then I just have to keep leveling up and getting stronger so that my dream can become a reality.”

Spike walked through another portal and was at the Ink and Paint Club. He took a seat at a table, “I wonder who's performing today?” he asked himself, before noticing the show was about to begin. A spotlight shined on stage, and he saw a sexy leg stick out from behind a curtain.

It opened up to reveal a sexy woman. Her eyes were moderate opal surrounded by eyeliner and her hair was colored light orchidish gray with moderate purple streaks and done up in a long ponytail falling down her back. Her attire included purple knee high boots, a purple skirt held up by a chain belt, a purple shirt with a sweetheart neckline underneath a magenta colored rocker's jacket with a high collar and diamonds around the edges and the end of her sleeves, along with additional bracelets. Around her neck was a choker necklace with opal blue stones. Covering her face was a transparent black veil that covered her face. It's wasn't able to hide her face but almost made it impossible to see any more features. To Spike the cherry on top for this woman was her impressive bust.

“Countess Coloratura.” Spike gasped, as said Countess began singing beautifully.

The woman strut across the stage while singing as a band was playing slow seductive jazzy music in the background. The countess walked down the runway, before stepping off giving flirtatious looks to several avatars who were swooned. Coloratura started getting closer to Spike who was too awestruck to even move.

The pop star plopped into Spike's lap and tickled his chin a little while pressing the side of her bust against his chest. Spike tried to keep himself together, as Coloratura smiled seductively before getting off his lap and strutted around him, while laying a hand on his shoulder and dragging it across his back and onto his other shoulder. She stepped back onto the stage and finished her performance as the curtain closed on her.

The avatars cheered, whistled, and applauded on her performance, while Spike panted, “Ok, overall this turned out to be ok,” he suddenly heard his cellphone ring, and he answered it, “Hello?”

“Spike, where the hell are you? Dinner's going to be ready soon!” came a loud voice from the receiving end.

“Sorry, Ember, I'll be right there!” Spike called, as he removed his goggles in the real world, while in Eden, his avatar disappeared. Spike placed his VR Goggles and Gloves away, before grabbing his bag and headed for home.

Soon enough Spike was sitting at a dinner table two two more girls. One girl who was nineteen, and another girl who was his age. Spike looked around seeing an empty seat.

“Uncle Torch ain't joining us tonight, Ember?” he asked the older girl who had dark blue hair and red eyes and was wearing sneakers, jeans, and a blue hoody.

“You know, dad. He's always busy when you least expect it.” Ember answered.

The second girl who was wearing sandals, orange pants, a red shirt, and had moderate cerise colored hair and cyan colored eyes spoke up, “Oh, well more for us.”

“Careful, Smolder. Don't want to lose your figure.” Ember teased.

“Oh, shut up, sis.” Smolder grumbled, as she ate.

Spike smiled as he looked around at the two bickering sisters, as he narrated, “Ember and Smolder are my two cousins. I've been living with them and my Uncle Torch since my parents passed away in a car crash when I was five. It's not so bad. Torch runs the local bar called the Dragon's den. It's a busy job and often keeps him from coming home. But he does it to provide for us, and he cares for the three of us deeply. Even though he tries not to show too much of it to maintain a tough guy persona to his buddies.”

After dinner, Spike washed up and went to his room to sleep. As he laid in bed he thought about what happened today, “I actually got to speak to the Rainbooms, even if it was an awkward first encounter. But they'll probably forget all about me come tomorrow.” and with that he drifted off to sleep knowing tomorrow was going to be another boring day until he would return to Eden.

I'll be honest. I've read and watched Ready Player One so much along with other virtual game like shows I just had to make this. It'll have plenty of references to other worlds and characters like Ready Player One for a heads up.

Rainboom vectors owned by WhalePornoz

Spike was up and about Saturday morning, and was currently skateboarding around town. As he rode he looked around seeing so many people were wearing the VR Goggles and knew they were in Eden now doing whatever.

“Wonder what I should do in Eden today?” Spike pondered to himself, until his phone rang. He picked it up and answered it, “Spike here.”

“Spike, it's Ember. You need to come home now!” the older girl ordered.

“Why what is it?” he asked in concern.

“Just get over right now!” she answered while sounding excited.

“Ok. I'm coming,” Spike hung up and spoke to himself, “Jeez, I wonder what the haps is?” he started boarding off back home.

When Spike returned, he went inside to see Ember, Smolder, and an adult man who was his Uncle Torch sitting on the sofa looking overjoyed.

“Hey, guys, what's up?” Spike asked curiously.

“Look what came in the mail for you.” Smolder held up a letter.

“Who's it from?” spike asked, as he took the envelope.

“Check the seal.” Torch suggested.

Spike looked at the seal seeing it was an emblem of the sun, “Wait a minute, this seal is...” he opened the envelope and pulled out the letter, before reading it, “Dear Mr. Ddraig, we are pleased to inform you that you've been accepted at the Equestrius Academy...” he muttered a couple of the sentences, before finishing, “Signed Principal Celestia Equestrius.”

“To be accepted at the Equestrius Academy is an honor.” Ember said with joy.

“Congratulations, Spike.” Torch patted his back.

“I don't even remember applying for school here. Or why I would need too.” Spike said in confusion.

“Maybe you did it a few years back and just forgot.” Smolder suggested.

Torch looked at the letter, “And it's not like you'll be far. You'll be in the city, and that's just an hour drive away.”

“Convenient.” Spike admitted.

“Plus, room and board will be provided for you. A bonus.” Ember added.

“Says you gotta give them a call asap.” Smolder put in.

Spike looked at the three in concern, “Should I make the call?”

“That's up to you, Spike.” Torch answered.

“Sure, but what about all of you? If I go then I won't be living here for awhile.”

“We'll be fine, Spike.” Ember assured him.

“This is an opportunity of s lifetime,” Smolder put in, “You'd be an idiot to pass it up.”

“And you've never been an idiot.” Torch added.

“Well, not all the time.” Ember quipped making Spike scowl.

Spike looked at the letter before answering them, “I think I will make that call.”

Torch smiled, “Do what you want.” So Spike went to his room and made the call.

Afterward, Spike had packed a suitcase and duffel bag of some of his clothes and personal stuff while making sure to go back to his spot to collect his VR goggles and gloves. He sat with his family in the living room, until Smolder looked outside and saw a limousine pull up.

“Spike, I think that's for you.” she said.

“Whoa. I'm going in style.” Spike gasped.

“Come on, let's go.” Torch said, as they exited the house.

Spike stood opposite of the three and spoke, “Well, guess this is goodbye for now.”

“We'll be fine, Spike.” Ember promised.

“Just take care of yourself.” Smolder told him.

“I will, Smolder. And you all take care of yourselves too.”

“We will. Just remember to text us and let us know how everything's going.” Torch instructed.

“Sure thing, Uncle.” Spike embraced his family, before getting into the limo that drove off with him.

As the three watched Spike leave, Ember took notice of a tear in Torch's eye, “Dad, are you crying?”

Torch realizing it, whipped it away, “Of course not! I just have something in my eye.”

“Yeah. We both do.” Smolder replied knowing Torch wasn't a total serious guy.

Spike sat in the back of the limo enjoying the space while looking out the window watching the two go by as the driver navigated. He spotted a mini-bar on the side and opened it to see it was stocked with all his favorite brands of soda, “Alright. Hey, driver, do I have to pay for these?”

“They're complimentary, sir.” he answered.

“Well, ok,” Spike said, as he grabbed a can of Pepsi and popped it open, “Might as well get comfy.” he said, as he kicked back and enjoyed his beverage.

An hour later, Spike looked out the window and saw he was in the city, “Wow. Canterlot City. I always dreamed of living here one day.” he told himself.

“Take a look, Mr. Ddraig.” the driver told him.

Spike looked out again seeing they were parking right outside a luxurious tower, “What is this place?” Spike asked in surprise.

“Your home away from home, sir.” the driver answered.

“I get to live here?” Spike gasped, as the driver came out and opened the door for Spike.

The boy stepped out and grabbed his bags. He continued to gaze up at the tower in wonder, until a woman's voice spoke up, “Mr. Ddraig?”

Spike looked up and to his shock saw a beautiful woman standing before him. She had pink-colored eyes and long flowing hair that had various colors of light green, pink and blue. She wore a yellow jacket with a purple shirt underneath and matching long pants with golden healed shoes and a sun broach on her jacket. What really drew Spike's attention was her bust size looked like an impossible J-cup.

'My God. A Goddess.' he thought to himself.

“Is everything ok?” she asked the boy.

Spike quickly snapped out of his daydream and straightened himself out, “Oh, uh, yes, ma'am.”

“Good,” she smiled, “Not then, I'm Celestia Equestrius. But you can call me Principal Equestrius, or Principal Celestia. Whichever you're comfortable with.”

“Thank you. And I'm Spike Ddraig, but I guess you already know that.” he smiled sheepishly.

“Come along inside, and you'll be meeting your new roommates.” Celestia beckoned him to follow her.

“What're they like?” Spike inquired.

“Well, they're a lively bunch. But I'm certain you'll be friends in no time.”

“If you say so.”

They entered the building and took the elevator all the way up to the penthouse suite up on the top floor. The elevator doors opened to reveal the penthouse was spacious and luxurious.

“Whoa. It's like I'm looking at Tony Stark's pad.” Spike marveled, as he dropped his bags on the floor.

Celestia looked around and sighed, “Oh, where are those girls? I told them we'd be having a newcomer.”

“Wait, girls?” Spike asked in confusion.

“Yes. Your new roommates here,” Celestia answered before calling out, “Girls, come on down!”

Coming out from one room was a seventeen year old girl who had dark bluish purple hair, with pink and purple streaks, in a long ponytail and had glasses over her eyes. She wore a light blue blouse with purple stripes, a purple skirt with pockets, and dark blue dress shoes with pink laces

“Sorry about that, Principal Celestia. I was just looking over some more notes.” The girl began before noticing Spike, “Why hello. You must be Spike.” she smiled.

“Uh, yeah that's me.” Spike admitted, while trying not to look down at her impressive bust.

“It's very nice to meet you,” she offered her hand, “I'm Twilight Sagan.”

Spike shook her hand, “Spike Ddraig,” he suddenly thought to himself, 'Wait. Twilight?'

“Hello!” came a girls voice in singsong. Another door opened and out came a second girl about Twilight's age. Needless to say she was undeniably gorgeous. She had smooth purple hair, and deep blue eyes. She wore a light blue tutu shirt with a light purple skirt and purple high-heeled shoes.

“Sorry, ma'am. I just wanted to make sure I looked my best for when our newcomer arrived,” she began, before spotting Spike, “Oh, my. So this is the boy,” she sashayed over to him and took his hands into hers, “Well, hello, handsome. I'm Rarity Rivers. Charmed and delighted to meet you.”

“Likewise.” Spike answered, while sweating at how she held his hands and noticing her breasts bounced with every step she took.

A third girl came down the circular staircase was a girl with wavy red hair, with yellow streaks all over, and turquoise eyes. She wore a black leather vest over an orange shirt, a magenta skirt, and punk-styled boots the same color as her vest.

“Hey, Principal Celestia, I just finished feeding Ray. So you said our guest is here?” the girl asked before spotting Spike, “Oh. Hi. My name's Sunset Sanderson. You must be Spike.”

“Yeah, that's me.” Spike greeted.

“Coming down!” came a loud girl's voice as someone was sliding down the staircase handrail before coming to the end and landing on the floor, “Soft landing.” she giggled.

Spike looked down at the girl oddly, until the girl got up allowing him to get a better look at her. She had poofy fuchsia hair and blue eyes. She wore a white tank top, a three ruffled skirt in different shades of pink, and blue wedge sandals.

“Are you sure you're not hurt?” Spike asked.

“Nope. One of my better landings,” she answered, “Hi. You must be the new boy,” she started shaking Spike's hand wildly, “I'm Pinkamena Pie, but call me Pinkie. And I'm your newest bestie!”

“Nice to meet you.” Spike said dizzily form being shook.

“Hey, ya'll.” came the voice of another girl who came down the stairs. She wore a cowgirl hat on top of her blonde hair, had green eyes, and freckles on hr face. She wore a white t-shirt with green sleeves, a denim skirt, and cowgirl boots. Both her shirt and shoes had apple designs.

“Sorry it took so long,” she noticed Spike, “Well, howdy, partner. Ya must be the newbie. Name's Jacqueline Daniels.”

“Spike Ddraig.” he greeted.

The cowgirl winked, “You're even cuter in person.” Spike blushed at the mention of that, as Rarity spoke up.

“Oh, I absolutely agree. He's so adorable.”

Coming out from another room was another girl with long flowing pink hair, and green/blue eyes. She wore an aquamarine dress with see-through sleeves and pink lace-up sandals.

“Sorry, Principal Celestia, but Angel was being so needy again,” she began before spotting Spike, “Oh... My... Goodness!” she gasped, as she went over to Spike and hugged him, “ You're Spike Ddraig, right?”

“Um, yes.” Spike answered, as he felt the girls bust press into him.

“It's so nice to meet you. I'm Flutters Modesta.” she said sweetly.

“Consider yourself lucky.” Sunset spoke to Spike.

“Usually she's shy around strangers.” Jacqueline added.

“Sup, guys?” came the last voice, as another girl walked in. She had long rainbow hair and magenta eyes. She wore a short sleeved hoodie, dark blue pants with a rainbow lightning bolt on each leg, and blue high top sneakers.

“Getting in your seventh work out today, Iris?” Sunset asked rhetorically.

“Hell no... This was my tenth.” the girl named Iris boasted, making the girls face fault. She spotted Spike and walked over, “So, you're the newbie? Name's Iris Dash. Nice to meetcha.”

“Likewise, I guess.”

“Huh, not to criticize but I kinda expected a lot more from Shenron's real self.” Iris said.

Spike's eyes widened, “What'd you say?”

“You're Shenron, right?” Iris asked.

Spike was nervous that his real identity and his avatar have been revealed, until Celestia spoke up, “It's ok, Spike. They know who you are. But the truth is you already met them.”

“I have?”

“Yeah. We saw you when you fell from that mushroom.” Pinkie added.

“And we were the only ones with enough heart to see if you were ok.” Rarity put in.

Spike pondered on what they said and gasped, “Wait a minute...” he got a good look at the seven and envisioned in their place the same team of girls from Eden he was so nervous to talk too, “You're the Rainbooms?”

“That's right.” Applejack confirmed.

“Wow, you girls pretty much look exactly like your Avatars. Save for the multicolored skin, pony ears, and extended ponytails,” Spike said, before looking at their busts and thought while blushing, 'And you have the same bust sizes as your avatars in real life.'

“Please don't stare so much.” Fluttershy blushed feeling embarrassed.

Spike snapped out of it, “Sorry about that. So you're really the Rainbooms... This can't be coincidence.”

“And it's not,” Twilight confirmed, “After you bolted I did a check on your status in Eden. I ran it by Principal Celestia here and she pulled some strings to get your transferred here.”

“And why?” Spike asked the woman.

“Because I need your help,” Celestia began, as they went to sit down on the sofa, as Celestia took the armchair, “I'm sure you know of how Eden was created by Micro Software, correct?”

“Yeah.” he confirmed.

“Well, there is a reason he hasn't been public for so long.”

“Why?”

“Because he's being held captive.” Celestia sighed.

“Captive?” Spike asked in confusion.

“Correct. Many years ago, an old colleague of his named Grogar hijacked control of his project and kept him in a state of suspended animation, while he masqueraded as his avatar Starswirl the Bearded.”

“What about the people at the company?” Spike wondered.

Celestia answered, “They were paid to keep it hush from the public.”

“Oh, man.” Spike said in shock.

Twilight nodded, “Celestia brought us all together because our statuses and how well we worked together as a team.”

“Alone we're formidable.” Rarity began.

“Together we're stronger than a whole army.” Rainbow pumped a fist.

“When Twilight showed me your status, Spike, I knew you would be perfect to help us take back Micro Software's game. By defeating Grogar and taking the throne we can expose him for the crook he is.” Celestia said with determination.

“Forgive me, Principal Celestia, but why does this mean so much to you?”

Celestia looked dismally, “Micro Software was my old teacher, and a very dear friend.”

“Really?” Spike asked.

“Yes. When I learned of what Grogar did I swore I would help Micro in any way. But if he saw me in Eden he would do whatever it took to find me. That's why I required the aid of the girls here and now you, Spike. I know I have deceived you with this invite, but I beg of you. I don't want my teacher's creation to be under the control of a tyrant. Help me reveal the truth about him to the public. So all gamers can enjoy Eden without him pulling strings from the shadows.” she pleaded with the teen boy.

Spike processed how dire the situation sounded, and knew it wasn't right for someone to masquerade as the creator in the game and controlling it in the living world. Coming to a decision he answered her, “Principal Celestia, you have my loyalty and service.”

Celestia smiled and shed a tear, “Thank you, Spike.”

Spike smiled seeing how happy she looked, and was suddenly pulled from behind into the girls for a group embrace.

“Thank you so much, Spike!” Twilight cheered, as she hugged him close to her bust.

“Welcome to the team, sugarcube.” Jacqueline welcomed him, while hugging him close to her bosom.

“New bestie and teammate!” Pinkie cheered, while hugging him tight.

“We know you'll make a wonderful teammate, Spike.” Flutters smiled.

“And hopefully and awesome friend too.” Iris put in while patting his back.

“Of course he'll make an awesome friend.” Sunset said confidently.

“Oh, this is a wonderful day!” Rarity squealed, as she hugged Spike close to her breasts.

Spike was blushing from the close contact with their busts, but managed to get out of their grip, “Thank you, girls. But what do I call you now? I mean I've known you mostly by your avatars rather than your real names.”

“You're more than welcomed to use our avatar names,” Twilight offered, “We kinda pretty much got stuck with referring to each other by our avatar names anyway.”

“It just sounds so much easier for some of us.” Applejack said.

“And I prefer the name Rainbow over Iris anyway.” Rainbow put in.

“Though should we call you Shenron?” Sunset asked him.

“Call me what you wish.” Spike replied.

“Well, Spike does sound like an easier name to remember.” Fluttershy admitted.

“Then Spike it is.” Twilight said.

“So now that the intros are out of the way, let's party!” Pinkie cheered, as suddenly confetti was shooting up above them.

“Whoa!” Spike gasped from the confetti burst.

“Pinkie can be very spontaneous, especially with party favors.” Twilight informed him.

“I'll keep that in mind.”

“Well, come on, ya'll we got something to celebrate.” Applejack said, as they went to where Pinkie had ended up setting up a whole part with sweets and punch on a table.

That night, Spike was in his own room and had just finished decorating it with some of the stuff from his old room to make it feel more homey. He had just finished putting up a picture of an adult couple on his dresser and smiled at it.

“Spike?” Came Rarity's voice.

Spike looked over and saw Rarity standing in his doorway wearing a violet nightgown with a fiddled white collar and a blue bow .

“Oh, Rarity, what's up?” he asked.

“I just wanted to see you before I turned in. A lady does need her beauty sleep you know.” she explained.

“True.” Spike admitted.

“The girls and I really are looking forward to working with you in Eden and getting to know you in person.”

'Thanks. I'm looking forward to it myself.” Spike was suddenly taken aback, as he found himself embraced by Rarity who pressed her rack into his chest and whispered to him.

“Until tomorrow, darling.” suddenly she gave Spike a peck on the cheek much to the boys surprise.

Rarity left Spike's room, as the boy looked at the doorway in shock, “Wow. I didn't see that coming.” he was about to close the door, until Fluttershy approached. She was wearing green long pants and a long sleeved button shirt with butterflies on them for pajamas.

“Um, Spike?”

“Yes, Fluttershy?” he asked, as Fluttershy had a faint blush.

“I just want you to know it's ok to be shy in a new group. I was the same way, but I've grown so used to everyone here. And I know you will too.” she told him with confidence.

“Thanks, Fluttershy.” Spike then received a peck on his cheek by the timid girl.

“Goodnight.” she said with a smile before heading for her room.

Spike closed the door and walked to his bed only for the door to fly open to reveal Rainbow Dash, who was wearing a white shirt with red sleeves with the image of a cloud and rainbow colored lightning bolt, and blue pants, “Hey, Spike.”

Spike turned back and spoke to her sounding a bit annoyed, “Ever hear of knocking?”

“Knocking is too loud,” Rainbow answered, as she stepped closer, “Was just about to hit the hay so I decided to see you one last time tonight.”

“Thanks.”

Rainbow pecked his cheek, and spoke, “Got a lot to look forward to tomorrow, buddy.” she playfully punched his shoulder before walking out.

Spike blushed from Rainbow's cheek peck, until he saw Sunset walk in wearing a magenta shirt and long pants with the image of a shimmering sun on the shirt, “Going to bed, Spike?” Sunset asked.

“Trying too. You?”

“I was just about to turn in myself,” Sunset admitted, “Just wanted to know how you're doing.”

“Well, I'm doing ok for the most part. Still I'm nervous about what this'll all lead to for both Eden and life.”

“We know. It's not easy to get to the castle to defeat Grogar, but we'll manage. Especially now that we have you,” Sunset said, as she embraced him and kissed his cheek, “I'll see you tomorrow. Goodnight.” she left the room.

“Goodnight.” Spike said, as he felt his cheek.

Spike was about to close his door, until Pinkie bounced in, “Hi, Spike!” she cheered. Pinkie's pajamas included a long blue sleeveless shirt with yellow balloons and matching shorts. The shirt had purple straps and a pink bow above the chest.

“Pinkie, it's late. So use an indoor voice.” he insisted.

Pinkie pouted, before answering, “Good point. I was just about to head off to bed. Boy am I tired.”

Spike double blinked, “You don't look all that tired.”

Pinkie just smiled and spoke, “Anyway, I just wanted to wish you a goodnight. Oh, and to give you this.” she pecked his cheek before bouncing off.

“I think she's still too sugar high.” Spike said, as Applejack walked into his room. She was wearing blue footsie pajamas with pale blue apple prints.

“Evening, Spike.”

“Hey, A.J.”

“I was just ready to hit the sack. I'm usually the first to wake up before anybody here.”

“I can assume it's because you lived a farm life and always woke up at the crack of dawn?” he guessed.

“Pretty much.” she confirmed.

“Well, be sure to get plenty of sleep then.”

“I will. Goodnight, Spike.” Applejack said, as she leaned forward and pecked his cheek, before taking her leave.

Finally Twilight walked in dressed in a light blue shirt, and dark blue sweat pants with star patterns, “Hey, Twilight.” he greeted.

“Spike, you look like you knew I was coming.” Twilight said surprised.

“Did I?” Spike asked playing oblivious.

“Well, I just came to wish you a goodnight. I know a lot's happened today and it's a lot to take in.”

“I think I'll manage.” Spike replied, and found himself embraced by Twilight.

“Just remember you're not alone here. You have me, and the rest of the girls. If you ever have any problems don't be afraid to talk to us.”

Spike smiled happily as he embraced her back, “Thanks, Twilight.”

Twilight pecked Spike's face, before they broke, “Goodnight, Spike.”

“Goodnight, Twilight.”

As Twilight left the room and walked down the hallway, she blushed to herself. Spike had finally gotten himself changed into his sleep shorts and shirt before getting into bed, “Whatever happens from this point on, I'll be ready. Because I won't be alone.” he told himself before falling asleep.

As the sun came up that Sunday morning, an alarm clock went off in Spike's new room. Spike groggily reached over and hit the snooze button. He let out a yawn before sitting up in bed. He peered around the room in confusion, only to remember where he was.

“Oh, that's right. I live here now,” he got out of bed and stretched, “Well, at least I don't have Smolder or Ember barging in to wake me up anymore.” He went to his dresser and picked out some clothes before throwing them on.

He left his room, and headed downstairs. As he came down the stairs he looked over at the dining room table seeing several of the girls seated while enjoying breakfast composed of the works from waffles, flapjacks, sausage links, hash browns, and eggs. The scent of it all drew Spike closer.

When the girls saw him, they greeted the boy, “Good morning, Spike!”

“Good morning, girls.” he greeted back.

“You're just in time, sugarcube.” Applejack said, as she laid down a plate of freshly made waffles.

“Mm, smells good.” Spike said, as he took a seat.

“And it tastes even better.” Sunset assured him.

Spike looked around seeing two girls short, “Where's Rainbow and Rarity?”

“Rarity's just getting ready.” Sunset answered.

“That gal always likes to look her best every morning.” Applejack sighed.

“Well, excuse me,” came Rarity's voice as she came down stairs, “But some of us like to take pride in looking our best in the morning,” she took a seat next to Spike, “And how're you this morning, Spike?”

“Oh, good, Rarity.” Spike answered, while noticing how close she sat herself next to him.

“You haven't seen Rainbow by any chance, have you?” Twilight inquired.

“I have not.” Rarity answered.

“I really hope she's not sleeping in.” Applejack sighed.

“Coming down, guys!” Came Rainbow's voice. The girl came down and to everyone's shock was wearing nothing but a blue bra and matching colored panties. She took the other spot near Spike, and sniffed the grub, “Mm, that smells good. Hey, Spike. How's it going?”

Before Spike could answer, Rarity spoke up, “Rainbow Dash, why are you not properly dressed?”

“What, I've always come down like this in the morning.” Rainbow answered like it was no big deal.

“It's different this time, Rainbow!” Fluttershy protested, “We have a boy living with us now!”

“So?” she asked, “Spike doesn't mind, do ya, Spike?” Rainbow flirted with the boy while leaning closer to his side to give him a good view of her cleavage.

Spike started sweating, as he tried not to look down only to fail miserably. Twilight finally spoke up, “Rainbow, please go upstairs and put some clothes on!”

“Can it wait till after I eat?” Rainbow groaned.

“Now!”

“Alright fine!” Rainbow grumbled, as she got up and headed back upstairs.

Spike watched her leave, before looking at the others who looked back at him, “We're sorry about that.” Twilight said.

“I should be sorry if I my being here has messed with any of your 'routines' or something.” Spike replied.

“You've got nothing to apologize for, Spike.” Sunset assured him.

“It's just something we're gonna have to get used too.” Applejack put in.

Rainbow eventually came back down fully clothed, “There, happy now?” she asked in annoyance.

“Much.” Twilight answered.

Spike looked around, “Is Ms. Celestia joining us?”

“Actually, she had to go in someplace today. So she left early.” Twilight explained.

“So it's just us for today.” Fluttershy noted.

“She did mention we should spend the day getting to know each other,” Sunset added, “You know, since we'll be working together helping take down Grogar and all?”

“So you think we should go someplace in Eden or something?” Spike asked.

“Actually, we were thinking about doing something in the real world.” Twilight answered.

“The real world?” Spike asked sounding whiny.

“Yeah-yeah, I feel ya,” Rainbow agreed, “But hey there's still stuff that can be done outside of Eden.”

“Exactly,” Twilight confirmed, “Plus do you really spend all your time in Eden?”

“If you do then you're just a sad person.” Sunset added.

“I do other stuff, I just happen to like going to Eden more.” Spike mumbled, “So any thoughts on today?”

“Well, why not try bowling?” Pinkie suggested.

“Great idea, Pinkie,” Rainbow commended her, “We haven't done that in a month.”

“Plus with Spike in our group we have eight, making both teams even.” Applejack added.

“Sounds like a plan to me,” Sunset admitted, followed by the others. She turned to the boy, and asked, “What do you say, Spike?”

Spike contemplated on the idea, before reaching his decision, “Sure. I could use the chance to work on my aiming.”

“Then it's decided,” Twilight said, “Everyone, eat up. And let's be ready in fifteen.” So everyone resumed eating, before they finished and helped do the dishes. Soon after the got themselves ready, they left the building and headed out into the city.

As they walked the streets of Canterlot City, Spike looked around seeing all the buildings, stores, cafe's, and everything.

“Man, this city has everything.” the boy marveled.

“All that and more, darling.” Rarity replied, while walking at his side.

“Did all of you live here from the beginning?” Spike asked.

“Not all of us.” Fluttershy admitted.

“Fluttershy and I used to live in Cloudsdale, before Principal Celestia found out about us.” Rainbow explained on their behalf.

“And I used to live in Appleloosa with plenty of members from the Apple Family.” Applejack added.

“Would you believe I used to live on a Rock farm?” Pinkie asked Spike.

“A Rock farm?” Spike asked in confusion.

“Yeah. Surprised us too.” Sunset said.

“It's amazing to think majority of us all lived in different places before coming here.” Twilight told Spike.

“No kidding.” Spike agreed, as the reached the city's bowling alley.

“This is it.” Rainbow told Spike.

“Let's go in.” Twilight instructed, as they entered.

Inside the bowling alley, it was loaded with people of all ages engaging in said activity for fun, or competition.

The girls and Spike after renting two lanes, and bowler shoes in their sizes went to the lanes and divided their teams up. One team was composed of Applejack, Rarity, Twilight, and Spike, while the second team was of Rainbow Dash, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, and Sunset Shimmer. One by one each of them was rolling their selected ball down the lane knocking over several pins, sometimes a few, and sometimes made a gutter ball.

Rainbow stepped up and sent the ball rolling and hit a strike, “Oh, yeah!” she cheered, before turning to her team, “Am I awesome, or what?”

“You're super!” Pinkie cheered.

Applejack rolled her eyes, “Always so full of herself, that Rainbow.” she told Spike.

“She's definitely confident.” Spike noted.

“Cocky is more like it,” Twilight replied, “A lot of times she's always the first to go rushing into danger before we can make up a plan.”

“Basically she goes Leroy Jenkins?” Spike guessed.

“Exactly.” Rarity confirmed.

“You're up, Spike.” Applejack called.

Spike got up and took his ball, before positioning himself. He concentrated before running closer, and let his ball roll down the lane. Spike watched as the ball remained in the center before nailing every pin.

“Yes!” Spike cheered.

“Alright, Spike!” A.J cheered him on.

“Not bad, buddy,” Rainbow admitted, “But the game ain't over yet. Fluttershy, you're up.”

Fluttershy walked to the lane, and gently rolled her ball down the lane. Spike watched knowing there was no way she was going to get any pins with her ball rolling that slow. They watched as her ball got closer, it ended up knocking down all the pins much to A.J's teams shock.

“You have got to be kidding me.” Spike said in disbelief.

“I have no words to describe that.” Twilight added equally shocked.

Soon enough the points were tallied and the winner was Applejack's team. The girls and Spike cheered, while those on Rainbow's team felt disappointed, until Pinkie, Fluttershy, and Sunset perked up, “Good game, guys.” Sunset told the others.

“It was fun all the same.” Pinkie added.

“I definitely enjoyed myself.” Fluttershy admitted.

“Yeah, well, just so you know I let you guys win.” Rainbow said preserving her pride.

Spike gave her a dry look, “Sure you did.”

Rarity suddenly heard her stomach grumble, “Oh, dear. All this bowling has worked up an appetite.”

“We could all deserve a lunch break.” Twilight agreed.

“So let's go!” Pinkie cheered.

Later on, the group was at a Pizza Hut in the city. They sat at a big table, where they had multiple pizzas with different toppings each spread out.

Spike took a plain cheese slice, “Mm, heaven.”

“We like to come here every so often.” Applejack explained, while enjoying a sausage piece.

“Or we like to stay in and order take out.” Rainbow added, while enjoying a slice of pepperoni.

“So has anyone thought about what we're going to be doing if we're to take back Micro Software's avatar?” Fluttershy asked, while having a veggie slice.

“Well, first we need to train with Spike in Eden so he'll know what we're capable of, and what he's capable of.” Twilight began.

“That way we can come up with some new tactics and combos against any upcoming battles or enemies.” Sunset Shimmer put in.

“Yeah. Like us, everyone else in Eden is looking to power themselves up just as much.” Rainbow reminded them.

“So we just have to be stronger then,” Spike spoke up, “Well, I'm down with that,” he raised his drink up, “To teamwork.”

The girls raised their own drinks and announced, “Teamwork!” they clicked their drinks together and continued to enjoy their lunch.

Suddenly a voice called out, “A.J, hey!”

The group looked and saw a seventeen year old girl coming over. She wore black low heel pump shoes, cyan colored shorts covered by a black transparent skirt, a slim black no sleeved shirt, and a silver necklace around her neck. Her hair was dark grayish indigo with dark indigo and moderate opal highlights styled in a curl fashion. And much like the Rainbooms, she was incredibly busty, which Spike took notice of.

“Rara!” Applejack cheered, as she got up and hugged the new girl.

“What're you girls doing here?” Rara asked.

“Just out having fun,” Pinkie answered, “What about you?”

“Same as you, I guess.” Rara shrugged.

“Well, I'm glad ya ran into us,” Applejack said, “We actually got a new friend we'd like you to meet.”

“A new friend?” Rara wondered.

“Yeah,” Applejack pulled Spike over, “This here is Spike Ddraig. Ya might say he's now part of 'the team'.” she winked at the girl.

“I see.” she replied.

“Spike, this here's an old friend of mine; Rara.” A.J introduced him.

“Old friend?” Spike asked.

“We met at camp when we were kids.” Rara explained, “Anyway, it's nice to meet you, Spike.”

“Same to you, Rara,” Spike admitted, before thinking to himself, 'Her voice sounds so familiar. In fact she looks familiar too.' Spike got a closer look at her, and suddenly saw in place of her was a familiar pop star from Eden, making him mentally gasp.

Rara noticed the looks Spike was giving her which got her blushing, “Please, don't stare so much.”

“Spike, are you ok?” Twilight asked in concern, as the others felt the same way.

Spike started getting closer to Rara, who was starting to feel nervous. When he leaned in close, he whispered a question into her ear, “Countess?”

Rara suddenly froze up in shock, and asked, “What?”

Spike spoke again still keeping it quiet, “Countess Coloratura?”

The girls gasped, as Rara spoke, “Who wants to know?”

“Well, the dragon you recently used his lap for a seat during one of your recent performances.” he answered.

Rara taking what Spike said thought back on her recent show and remembered Shenron, “It's you?”

“One and the same.” Spike confirmed.

“Wow,” Rara gasped while blushing, “Even IRL you still look handsome.”

Spike blushed in response, “Well thank you.”

“Though how did you know?” Rara asked.

“Your voice.”

“Really? You noticed a similarity from my voice alone?” Rara asked still blushing.

“Whoa-whoa back it up,” Rainbow broke them up, “You two already know each other?”

“I've seen her perform at Eden's Ink and Paint Club lounge a lot. Though last time I was there, she... flirted with me.” Spike confessed.

“What?!” the girls gasped.

Applejack turned to Rara, “You flirted with Spike?”

“What I didn't think I'd ever meet him in person. And to be fair I've flirted with others before.” the girl reminded A.J.

“I've seen you flirt with others during your previous performances,” Spike countered, “And those didn't look half as flirtatious as you were with me.”

“Never the less.” Rara replied.

“Well, come on, Rara, join us.” Pinkie insisted.

“Thanks.” Rara took a seat.

“So, Rara, what led you to become such a popular pop star in the world of Eden?” Spike asked.

“Well, I've always been known for having such a nice singing voice. Though sometimes the attention could be quite overwhelming,” the girl explained, “So in Eden I fashioned myself a new look and continued to use my talent to entertain so many players. No one else outside A.J has ever been able to recognize me by voice alone. So consider me impressed.”

“Glad to hear it.”

“So how did you get involved with Eden's most popular group?” Rara inquired.

“It's kind of a funny story.” Spike replied.

“I got the time.” Rara said, as she got comfortable. Spike smiled knowing he once again made a new friend he now knew both in Eden and in the real world.

When nighttime came back at the group's place, Spike was coming back from his shower with a towel wrapped around his waist, “Nothing like a shower before turning in.” he reached his room and opened the door and found to his surprise the Rainbooms all gathered together in their pajamas.

“Hi, Spike.” they greeted together.

“Gah!” Spike jerked back a bit while making sure to keep his hand tight on the towel wrapped around his wist, “Girls, what're you all doing in here?!”

“we just wanted to wish you a goodnight, Spike.” Pinkie began.

“Though I guess we came in at an awkward time.” Sunset held in a giggle.

“Ya think?!”

“Sorry about that,” Twilight said holding in a giggle of her own, “But listen we just want you to know when you start school with us, we'll be there by your side so you don't have anything to worry about.”

Spike smiled, “Thanks, girls. I just hope I'll be able to balance school work and Eden at the same time like I did before.”

“Hey, we managed to.” Rainbow boasted.

“So says the gal who puts off her work until the next day.” A.J teased Rainbow, much to her embarrassment.

“Well, we best be turning in. Goodnight, Spike.” Rarity said, as the group hugged him.

Spike blushed from the close contact, especially given his current condition, “Still half naked here!”

The girls let him go and walked out of the room. As they walked down the hall, Rainbow spoke to them, “Think he was trying to hide something below the belt?”

“Rainbow!” Twilight, gasped, as each of the girls blushed, with Fluttershy putting her hands to her face to hide hers.

“Just asking,” Rainbow chuckled, and thought, 'I know I felt something.'

It was Monday morning and Spike was riding in the same limousine that brought him to the city, only this time the girls were accompanying him.

Applejack spoke to the boy, who was sitting in the back and in center between Twilight and Sunset, “So, ya ready for your first day at a new school, Spike?”

“Honestly, I feel sick to my stomach about this.” Spike confessed his uneasiness.

“It's alright to feel nervous on the first day, darling.” Rarity assured him.

“I was on my first day.” Fluttershy admitted.

“Kinda not surprising coming from you, Fluttershy.” Rainbow told her, much to the shy girls embarrassment.

“Don't worry, Spike. Remember you have us with you.” Sunset promised him.

“And I know you'll be able to make some friends. I know I did.” Twilight smiled at the girls while remembering it was them that made her feel welcomed.

“I'm just glad Principal Celestia was able to make me a schedule that at least has one of you in each.” Spike said in relief.

“Well, Spike, here we are.” Rainbow said, as the limo pulled right outside a school.

“Welcome to Equestrius Academy.” Pinkie declared.

Spike watched as multiple high school year students were walking up to the entrance and into the school building, “Ok, first start of a brand new school.” he told himself, as he got out of the limo with the girls and proceeded inside.

Once Spike received his books and all he proceeded to his first class being Advanced Physics, where he got to be with Twilight.

As Spike sat down he kept it casual while ignoring the looks of many who could tell right away that he was a new kid, “I'm so glad to have you in Science class, Spike.” Twilight began as she sat right next to him.

“Think you can help me if I have a problem?” Spike asked, “This isn't exactly my strongest subject.”

“I'd be delighted to help you.” Twilight smiled, at Spike who blushed at how pretty she was coming off as. Once the teacher came in however, the two faced front and began listening to the lesson.

Next class Spike found himself in was art. He was sitting right next to Sunset Shimmer, as they and the rest of the students were busy painting whatever came to them on their canvas'. Spike was trying to draw a three headed dragon, before speaking to himself, “Well, I ain't no Picasso, but it's the effort that matters.”

“It sure is.” Sunset agreed, as Spike looked over and saw on Sunset's canvas was a beautiful beach landscape during dusk.

“Damn, you're good at this, Sunset.” Spike said looking impressed.

“Thanks. Been doing this for years now,” Sunset answered, “Of course my true art is all over the city. Don't tell anyone else outside the girls but I like to do graffiti art.”

“Graffiti?” Spike wondered, especially why Sunset wanted that a secret from anyone outside him and the rest of the girls.

Later on in the gymnasium, Spike and Rainbow Dash were with the other students taking phys ed. Currently they were all doing stretches, push ups, and sit ups.

“Feeling that burn, Spike?” Rainbow asked, as she did a push-up.

Spike who was doing a sit-up answered, “Yes. I just hope I don't end up pulling something. Coach Spitfire is brutal.”

“Yeah, but she wants us to be the best we can be physically.” Rainbow replied, “Besides, she's better than our last instructor.”

“Who was that?”

“Iron Will. That guy literally drilled us until our bones felt broken,” Rainbow explained, “Not that I don't mind working hard, but he was just super crazy. And he was always speaking so loudly and in the third person. I mean who really does that?”

“People who're just so obsessed with themselves.” Spike answered, as the two laughed.

“Hey!” came a voice, which caught their attention.

Walking over was Coach Spitfire. She had orange hair that was spiked up along with light amber highlights, giving it a fire-esque look. She also had orange eyes and wore blue track suit which was zipped up only halfway to her upper half, showing her white T-Shirt. As she approached and looked down at the two. She lifted her shades up, “If you have time to joke around then you must not be getting enough workouts. Do I need to double it?!”

“No, ma'am!” the two answered simultaneously, while shaking their heads.

“Then get back to it!” Spitfire ordered, as they resumed their exercising. Spitfire smirked before turning around and walked away.

As she did, Spike took a look at Spitfire's backside before his gaze started shifting down to her waist, 'Damn her ass looks fine in those pants.' he thought to himself.

In Home Ec, Spike was working together with Applejack and Pinkie Pie in creating something, “A little more spice, Pinkie.” Spike told the girl who sprinkled a bit more spice.

“You sure about this, Sugarcube?” A.J asked.

“Trust me. One taste of this and your taste buds will never be the same.” Spike smirked, much to Applejack's concern.

“Why am I not getting a positive feeling from what you said?”

“Relax, it'll be good.” Spike said, as he tasted, “Perfection.” he gasped in joy.

“So what do you call it?” Pinkie wondered, as she gazed at Spike's creation.

“Dragon Gumbo. A little treat taught to me by my adopted pop Torch. Give it a taste, girls.”

Applejack and Pinkie each took a spoonful of gumbo and ate it. Sweat began to pour off Applejack's face as she panted, “Wow. That's some spicy stuff. What do you think, Pinkie?” she looked over at Pinkie who was frozen stiff with her face completely red.

You could almost see steam pouring out of her ears. She pointed her head up and for a brief moment looked like she was spewing up fire. This of course shocked Spike and A.J, until Pinkie ceased this action and wiped some gumbo off her chin and spoke normally, “Delicious.”

“You impressed?” Spike asked them.

“Wow, Spike, you sure know how to make a good gumbo.” Applejack admitted.

“Hey, everybody. Come and try this!” Pinkie announced to the class, as the students piled around and each took a taste of Spike's gumbo.

Each student panted from the spicy sensation, but enjoyed it none the less. Then walking over was their teacher Saffron Masala. She was a tall and exotically beautiful woman with magenta eyes, and hair made up of two shades of dark fuchsia, she wore foreign garments and a golden headband.

“Ooh, it looks like we have something popular, don't we?” she asked Spike.

“Yes, ma'am. Would you care to taste?” Spike offered her.

“Don't mind if I do,” Saffron answered, as she took a spoonful of gumbo and ate it. Spike watched her chew it slowly to savor the taste and everything. She swallowed before giving Spike her thoughts, “Delicious. I've tasted many exotic foods in my time, but this is by far my favorite.”

“Thank you.” Spike said gratefully.

“You keep this kind of work up, Spike, and I'll be calling you Class' Top Chef.” she added. Applejack, Pinkie, and the rest of the students commended Spike who was blushing in embarrassment.

Once that class was over he went to the auditorium for drama class, and who was waiting for him there, but Rarity, “Oh, Spike!” she called in sing song.

Spike went over to Rarity who hugged him. The close contact with her impressive bust got Spike red in the face, before she let go, “Oh, I'm so glad we could have drama together.”

“Same here.” Spike agreed.

“Our Drama club always holds the most spectacular of shows, with costumes supplied by yours truly.” Rarity winked.

“Wow. Without designing talent the plays here must really be a hit.” Spike said.

“And they are.” came another voice.

The two looked over and saw a boy Spike's age. He moderate rose colored eyes and short black hair. His attire included black sneakers, blue violet pants, a lime green shirt, and on his head was an orange cap turned backwards.

“Rarity's original designer outfits are a real hit, especially to those who're fashion buffs.” the boy said.

“How kind of you to say, Thorax.” Rarity said with an 'oh go on' wave gesture.

“Hey, Thorax, you in here too?” Spike asked, much to Rarity's confusion.

“Uh-huh.”

“Spike, you already know Thorax?” Rarity wondered.

“We had Math earlier today.” he answered.

“Spike's an ok guy,” Thorax admitted, “He even likes my stand up routine.”

“Well, it's nice to see you two getting along.” Rarity smiled.

“Hell yeah.” Spike agreed, as he and Thorax laughed.

So they sat down with Rarity scooting closer to Spike, before laying her hand on top of his. Spike's face turned a tad pink, as he looked over at Rarity who was smiling at him with a faint blush on her face. Spike smiled in response, and decided to enjoy whatever class would bring them.

Afterward, Spike was walking down the hall to his next class, until who should rush over to him but Fluttershy, “Spike, how are you?” she asked.

“Oh, hi, Fluttershy. I'm ok. How about you?”

“I'm doing ok. Where are you off to now?” the girl inquired.

“Study Hall in Room A3.”

“Just like me!” Fluttershy gasped in joy.

“Wow. Now I'm really glad Principal Celestia made it so I'd be with you and the others.”

“She wants to make sure you have time to spend with us both outside and inside school.” Fluttershy answered.

“Well, I'm glad she did.” Spike said, as the two smiled, until a voice spoke up.

“Yo, Flutters, what's up?”

The two looked over and saw leaning against a locker was a girl Fluttershy's age. She had light amaranth hair with vermilion highlights along with light purple eyes. She also wore sandals and a beanie with a pattern of flowers.

“Treezie!” Fluttershy cheered, as the two hugged.

Spike walked over, “You know each other?”

“Spike, this is my friend Tree Hugger. We met on a nature walk.” the shy girl introduced him.

“Hi, I'm-” Tree Hugger cut him off, as she got up right in his face.

“Oh, I know about you. You're Spike. The new kid.”

“Exactly,” he replied, before Tree Hugger got closer much to his surprise, before putting her forehead right onto his, “Uh, what're you doing?” he asked, while blushing from forehead contact.

“Mm, oh, yeah,” she began sounded amorous, “You got such a positive flow in your vibes, dude. It's making me feel good too.” she gave him a smile.

“Tree Hugger!” Fluttershy quickly separated the two, before speaking to the other girl, “What did we talk about giving people their personal space?” she asked with a tap of her foot.

“Couldn't help it, Flutters. His vibes are just so warm and enlightening I felt drawn to them.” Tree Hugger answered, as she shot Spike a flirtatious wink resulting in his face blushing up.

“Well, try to dial it back a little.”

“My bad.” she chuckled.

“Come on, Spike. We don't wanna be late.” Fluttershy said, while taking Spike's hand and escorted him off.

After school let out the girls and Spike returned to their place, as Rainbow spoke, “Alright, Eden here we come!”

“Yes!” Spike said feeling eager.

“Not so fast,” Twilight stopped them, “No one goes to Eden until all our school work is done.”

“Oh, man!” Rainbow complained.

“Just like back home.” Spike sighed.

“Don't worry, we'll work on our schoolwork together.” Applejack said.

“Agreed,” Rarity confirmed, “After all what kind of friends would we be if we didn't help each other?”

“So let's get to it.” Twilight said feeling pumped.

“Homework!” Pinkie Pie jumped up and cheered.

So the girls and Spike got started on their homework with Twilight and even Sunset helping Spike and Rainbow Dash the most. Well, Rainbow Dash needed more help than Spike did.

Afterward, the girls brought Spike into another room where he saw omnidirectional treadmills set up like the one he had in his old hangout. Each station was marked by each of the girls symbols they had on their avatars necklaces.

“Sweet.” Spike said, as he looked at the stations.

“Principal Celestia made sure we each have one.” Sunset explained, as the girls dawned their virtual reality gloves and goggles.

“And now, you have one of your own, Spike.” Twilight said, as she presented Spike his own station marked by a green flame symbol.

“Awesome.” Spike gasped, as he stepped onto the treadmill and readied himself.

“Ok, everyone. Goggles down.” Twilight instructed, as they put their goggles on.

“Here we go.” Spike said, as they entered Eden's Game Central Station in the form of their avatars.

“Alright, so where are gonna go today?” Rainbow asked in excitement, “Gotham City to take on the Joker and his goons?”

“The Land of Ooo to treasure hunt?” Pinkie suggested.

“Oh, I absolutely love a good treasure hunt.” Rarity voiced her agreement.

“Actually, I was thinking we'd all go out someplace to party.” Twilight suggested.

“Ooh, I love partying!” Pinkie cheered.

“It does sound like a nice change of pace.” Fluttershy admitted her approval.

“Aw, man.” Rainbow grumbled.

“Relax, Rainbow,” Applejack told her, “We could use another shot at down time.”

“Especially after I had a long first day.” Spike agreed.

“So where do you have in mind?” Sunset asked Twilight.

Twilight smirked, “We're going to New Donk City.”

Spike gasped, “New Donk? I love it there!”

“As do I.” Rarity agreed.

“So what're we waiting for? Let's go!” Rainbow called feeling more excited, as they headed through a portal.

They exited the portal and found themselves in the game world of New Donk City, “Ah, New Donk City.” Spike marveled.

Pinkie popped in, “The city that never leaps.”

“Let's head on down to the club, ya'll.” Applejack suggested, until Rarity stopped them.

“Wait! If we're going into a club then we must make ourselves look more presentable than this.” she told them.

“Alright,” Twilight rolled her eyes, “Wardrobe change, girls.” Twilight said, as they accessed their items page that appeared before them that displayed, weapons, power ups, vehicles, and of course clothing.

Each of them selected an outfit to wear and suddenly their avatars attire changed into the ones they selected on their screens.

“Come on, Spike. Get yourself changed.” Sunset said.

“Don't you have anything nice to wear?” Rarity wondered.

“Of course I do. Give me moment,” Spike said before accessing his own items page and skimmed through the various outfits he had collected over the years. He finally found the selection of his choosing and suddenly his normal attire changed into the blue outfit of Austin Powers. The girls were surprised, as Spike dawned a pair of Austin Powers glasses and spoke to them using his best Austin Powers voice, “What do you think, babies?”

The girls giggled, “You look very smashing, Spike.” Rarity smiled.

“Why thank you.” Spike answered.

“But aren't the glasses a bit much?” Applejack asked curiously.

“It's all part of the look.”

“Can we get going now?” Rainbow asked sounding impatient.

“Yeah, come on let's go!” Pinkie beamed, as they all headed for New Donk City's nightclub.

Upon entering, they saw many other types of avatars and even New Donkers spread out, mingling, lounging around, and dancing.

“Whoo-wee, this place sure is jumpin'.” Applejack marveled.

“It's my happening, A.J. And it freaks me out!” Spike cheered.

“I'm freaking out too!” Pinkie cheered with Spike, while hanging off him.

“Let's find us a booth.” Sunset said, as they trekked through the crowd before finding a vacant booth that could fit all eight of them.

“Nice to see everyone's too busy having fun to fan mob us.” Fluttershy noted in relief.

“I don't know. I don't mind the attention.” Rainbow answered.

“Well, sometimes the best kind of attention is no attention at all.” Twilight noted.

“Says the egghead who loves to show off her intelligence.” Rainbow counted.

Twilight pouted, “You win this round.”

The group relaxed, until a voice came on a speaker, “Ladies and Gentlemen! Welcome to the New Donk City Night Club. And now to get things started, your mayor... Pauline!” the avatars cheered as Mayor Pauline stepped out on the stage and began scat singing, as her band played. Soon she began singing her number one hit.

(Jump Up Super Star)

Spike got up, “Come on, girls. Let's dance!”

“Alright!” Rainbow got out of her seat.

“How lovely.” Rarity said, getting up.

“I don't know...” Fluttershy said unsure, until Pinkie pulled her up.

“Come on, Fluttershy, it'll be fun!” she and the others headed out to the dance floor and began partying it up with the other avatars.

With every time the mayor sang the word 'jump', the avatars jumped up. Spike was super happy he was actually in Eden hanging out with the girls he's only dreamed of spending time with. The girls in return were just as happy to finally have a boy to hang out with in both the real and game world.

“You're good on your feet Spike.” Pinkie noticed.

“Guess cookin' ain't your only strong point, is it?” Applejack asked.

“I'm just full of surprises.” Spike answered, as he danced around the girls.

Soon the mayor finished her number, and the avatars relaxed and caught their breath. The moment of peace didn't last long, as doors burst open, and these storm trooper looking soldiers wearing blue armor and black visors burst in. Each one was armed with a blaster, sword, or any kind of weapon imaginable.

“Look out, it's the Ravagers!” an avatar screamed in shock.

The Ravagers started ransacking the place, and taking out several avatars collecting their coins and other things they left behind. Some avatars exited the game wanting to preserve their items and everything, while some started to fight back.

“Ravagers,” Spike narrated, “According to Principal Celestia, these sentry drones are workers of Grogar's actual company. He uses them to scour the game world to expand his own territory and bring him back any rare items hidden among the many levels and worlds. Their only allies in this game are cowards who want to save their own skin.”

“Everyone, take cover!” Twilight ordered, as they used a table for cover.

“Just our luck to run into Ravagers here.” Sunset told the group with disappointment.

“I know. And we were having such a blast too.” Rarity agreed sounding extra disappointed.

“Guess this means we gotta get ourselves, busy, huh?” Rainbow asked.

“Agreed. Let's get to work.” Twilight ordered, as all eight of them swapped their night out duds for their regular outfits.

“So what's the plan?” Applejack asked Twilight, who began mapping out a strategy.

“We divide and conquer the whole group. Applejack you and Rarity take one group. Fluttershy, you're with Rainbow Dash. Pinkie, you're with Sunset. Spike, you're with me.”

Spike looked at Twilight feeling flustered to be working with her, while the girls were jealous. But knowing the gravity of their situation decided to let it go, “Alright, ya'll. Let's break!” Applejack ordered, as the teams split up to aid the avatars who stuck around to fight.

Sunset selected a Wookie Bowcaster from her weapons stash and started shooting at several Ravagers and collecting the coins of any who were destroyed.

Pinkie selected Harley Quinn Hammer from her stash and ran around whacking some of the Ravagers, “Whamma Slamma!” she announced, while swinging the hammer around.

Applejack and Rarity were fighting the Ravagers up on a higher balcony in the club hand to hand while avoiding any critical hits, “You varmints are all talk.” Applejack mocked, as she grabbed a Ravager and threw him off the balcony. He plummeted while letting out a Wilhelm Scream before going splat and was destroyed.

“And you really need to think about updating your appearances. You all could use your own individuality.” Rarity added, while dodging some attacked before tricking two of the Ravagers into blasting each other.

On the dance floor, Rainbow was running circles around the Ravagers and Fluttershy was using her wind based power to blow them off their feet.

“Nice breeze, Fluttershy!” Rainbow called, as the shy girl smiled.

Finally Twilight was blasting several Ravagers with magic from the staff of the Dark Magician, and Spike blew fire at some more.

“We won't be able to keep this up forever.” Spike told Twilight, “So I'm gonna need a little more support.” He looked through his stash of items before happening upon a green box with exclamation points on each side, “Time to get metal!” he activated it and his whole body became metal.

Twilight looked at the metallic Spike and smirked seeing he knew what he was doing. Spike charged at the Ravagers who were unable to deal much harm to him with his metal body. As Spike demolished several Ravagers he collected their loot, until the effects of the Metal Box wore off, and he was normal again.

“Spike, heads up!” Rainbow called, as she tossed him a weapon from her own stash being a kusunagi sword. The dragon caught it and used it to deflect several laser shots and redirect them back at several more Ravagers.

With the Ravagers depleted the ones left over fled. When the calamity died down, the avatars were finally able to relax. The Rainbooms and Spike gathered together, as Spike spoke up, “Anybody interested in dinner?”

“Eeyup.” Applejack answered.

“So am I.” Rarity agreed.

“Yeah let's go.” Fluttershy put in, and they all removed their goggles and were out of the game.

Later on at the dinner table, the girls were talking to Celestia about what went down in Eden, “And I was all...” Pinkie made noises, “And Rainbow was all!” made speedy noises.

“Bottom line, we took them down.” Rainbow cleared it up.

Celestia smiled, “I'm proud to see how strong your teamwork is. Especially now that Spike is working with you. But you all must continue to help him so that he'll be even more ready to work together with each of you.”

“Yes, ma'am.” the girls answered.

“Dinner is served.” Spike said, as he came in wheeling a tray of bowls with Dragon gumbo.

“Spike, what is that?” Rarity wondered.

“My specialty, Dragon Gumbo.” Spike answered.

“It got him an A in Home Ec on his first day.” Applejack noted.

“Looks spicy.” Twilight inspected.

“Spicy, but good.” Pinkie told her.

“Give it a go.” Spike beckoned, as the girls and even Celestia tasted it.

Spike looked over seeing each of them were panting from the spicy sensation before taking sips of water, but still looked like they enjoyed it.

“Mm, this is good stuff.” Sunset Shimmer commended Spike.

“Very delectable especially for a gumbo.” Rarity added.

“If you added a ghost pepper to this, it could be a lethal weapon.” Rainbow said with a smirk.

“Tried that. It gave someone serious heartburn.” Spike answered.

“Oh, my.” Fluttershy gasped.

“Well, I think it's delicious, Spike. Thank you for sharing this with us.” Celestia thanked him.

“No problem, Principal Celestia.” Spike replied, feeling sheepish.

Twilight raised her glass, “To Spike.”

The others raised their glasses and announced, “To Spike!” Spike blushed at the praised, before taking a seat at the table and ate with them.

Have a Merry Christmas, everyone. And a Happy New Year too.

Vector image by LimeDazzle

In the world of Eden, Spike and the Rainbooms were currently wandering around the weapons and items shop. They were all checking out several weapons, outfits, or items they had been saving up for or in Rarity's case seeing if there was a sale.

Rainbow was skimming through weapons, “I'll need that. I need this. Oh, definitely need that!” she selected every weapon that caught her eye.

“Rainbow, you should really spend wisely on.” Twilight lectured her.

“Tell that to Rarity.” Rainbow retorted while motioning to said girl who purchasing outfit after outfit in the clothing section, “Besides it's a sale on weapons.”

Twilight sighed while shaking her head before spotting Spike up ahead looking at something, “Spike, see something you like?”

“Only that.” Spike motioned ahead.

Twilight looked and saw the sentai mecha or zord Dragonzord, “Dragonzord?” she asked.

“Yes. My most favorite of all the zords.” he answered in awe.

“A dragon's favorite robot is a dragon, huh?” Applejack asked rhetorically, while hanging off him.

“Oh, my that's a big price even on a sale.” Fluttershy noticed the price.

Twilight looked and gasped, “800,000 bits?! Spike, are you seriously...”

“Don't worry, Twilight. I've been saving more than enough. And this sale is the perfect chance. Besides there may come a time I'll need to use it in battles.” Spike said, as he purchased the Dragonzord model and added it to his stock.

“Well, I think we pretty much replenished whatever stocks we needed to update.” Sunset noted.

“And got some new fun stuff too.” Pinkie put in.

“So what do we do now?” Spike asked.

“Well, I'm afraid I have to punch out. There's a new outfit I'm making for a client and I best get started now.” Rarity answered.

“And I better check in with the animal shelter.” Fluttershy added.

“And I've got some baking to do.” Pinkie remembered.

“I still need to finish the rest of the new Daring Do book.” Rainbow put in.

“I got to go over some things for Principal Celestia.” Twilight said.

“And I think I'm gonna take it easy now.” Applejack finished.

“I'm actually free, Spike.” Sunset replied.

“Oh, good. Well, I guess Sunset and I are gonna stay in Eden for a bit longer.” Spike told the others.

“Ok, but not too late.” Twilight warned them, as the girls exited the virtual world.

Spike turned to Sunset, “So where do you wanna go?”

Sunset smirked, “I got an idea. Follow me.” she led Spike out of the shop to head to another world in Eden.

Later on the two were walking around a race car obstacle course, where several players from normal every day avatars to even Ravagers were taking spots at the starting line with their own vehicles, some based off ones from social media or literature, and some being original designs.

'The Destiny Track is a racing course where players test their skills on wheels. And the best part is the race course is always random. Meaning you never race the same course twice in a row. Each course is tricked out with different traps and obstacles. You need to be smart with your driving otherwise BOOM, crash and burn.'

“I tell ya Spike this is the perfect place to get some quick coins.” Sunset told the dragon.

“No kidding. So what kind of ride you got?” Spike inquired, as they took places on the track.

Sunset reached into her stock and spoke, "Behold." she declared, as she sat down a small model figure that increased in size to reveal it was a light cycle of the Tron game.

“Good call.” Spike admitted.

“So what you got in that stash of yours?” Sunset inquired.

“Feast your eyes.” Spike said as he unveiled his own set of wheels being the Ninja Turtles Party Wagon.

“Classic.” Sunset admitted.

“Thanks. So ready to race?” Spike asked.

“You know it.” And so everyone got inside or mounted their vehicles.

They started their engines and revved up as the lights began flashing. When the light hit green, everyone took off and onto the track.

As the vehicles raced each other, Sunset and Spike were determined to make it up front, but also had to keep an eye out for obstacles and traps rigged into the track.

When the cars started driving through a city section that looked like a montage of several familiar places like New York, Gotham, San Fransokyo, Metropolis, and many others. Spike looked ahead seeing those in front of him were crashing and burning from either ramming into each other, some blasting each other with weapons installed in their vehicles, or getting taken out by several traps from spiked platforms popping up destroying their tires, and even trucks or other program vehicles to block their paths.

“Time to Ravage some loot.” Spike joked.

“Seriously?” Sunset asked in disbelief.

“Eh, make whatever joke I can.” Spike answered, as he opened the Party Wagon's side door allowing him to collect as many coins left by the Ravagers that crashed.

“Don't take it all!” Sunset called, as she herself started collecting coins from the riders close to her that just crashed.

“Hey, big jump ahead!” Spike called, as he put the pedal to the metal.

“I see it!” Sunset called as she herself sped up.

The two among many more made the jump to the next track while others weren't so lucky. As the racers drove they started dodging swinging wrecking balls, “Dodge. Dodge. Go!” Spike called, as he was dodging the wrecking balls.

“Hey, Spike! I think your distant relative's up ahead!” came Sunset.

“What?” Spike asked in confusion, before looking up ahead and saw who else but the king of Kaiju himself, “Godzilla.”

Godzilla was roaring and smashing up racers and their vehicles that tried to get past him, “Think we can make it?” Sunset asked.

“Follow my lead.” Spike ordered, as Spike took lead with Sunset following.

As Godzilla continued to take out racers with some able to avoid him, while others weren't as lucky. Spike and Sunset maneuvered through the other racers before coming right up on Godzilla, “Gotta aim this right,” Spike said, as he was eyeing one of the wrecking balls swinging close, “Fire!” he pressed a button, causing a cannon to pop out from atop the van that fired a ball of compressed garbage at the crane causing the wrecking ball connected to it to veer off its course resulting in it nailing Godzilla distracting him.

Spike and Sunset took this chance to drive around Godzilla and continued on with the race, “Good one, Spike!” Sunset called.

“Naturally.” Spike replied, as they caught up with the rest of the drivers.

As they were honing in on the finish line, Spike used his vehicle to ram several other cars off the track allowing him to take the lead with Sunset following in pursuit.

“First one there!” Spike announced.

“Not on my watch!” Sunset answered, as the two drove determined to be the first one to cross.

As they closed in, they put in all they had, until Spike managed to cross before Sunset did. Appearing on the racing scoreboard was Spike in first, and Sunset in second, while everyone else either pulled up farther back or crashed.

The two checked their stats and saw they gained more coins for their high places in the race, “Yes. Replenished just about all the coins I spent at the shop.” Sunset noted.

“Same here,” Spike added, before offering his hand, “Good race, Sunset.”

“Thanks, you too.” Sunset replied, as their shook on it.

“So, wanna go to the Ink and Paint Club?” Spike suggested.

“Sure.” Sunset agreed, as they packed up their rides, and left for said club.

At the Ink and Paint club, Spike and Sunset were sitting at a table eager to see tonight's guest performance, “Spike, I'm so excited that PostCrush is playing tonight. K-Lo and Su-Z are amazing!” Sunset began expressing her excitement.

“They are quite a duo,” Spike admitted, “Though I think they might be into each other. Which is disappointing to a lot of guys.”

“Actually, they swing both ways from what I heard.” Sunset replied.

“Really? Well, that's awesome.” Spike said.

Suddenly the lights dimmed, as an announcer spoke up, “Ladies and Gentlemen, give it up for PostCrush!”

Appearing on stage were two teen girls. On guitar was K-Lo, who had brilliant sapphire blue eyes, light cerulean eyeshadow, pale cyan skin, and her hair was light brilliant cerise with light brilliant magenta and pale blue violet highlights. On Drum set was Su-Z who had brilliant cobalt blue eyes, pale yellow skin, and her hair was very light blue violet with very pale cyan and light brilliant magenta highlights. The two each had two little hearts painted on their cheeks.

“Good evening, Eden!” K-Lo began, “We hope you're ready to rock out tonight. But before we do we just wanna look around and see so many different patrons here today.”

Su-Z continued, “Seeing how different you truly are means you're original and not all the same. Which is good. After all, being different is what makes us all unique.”

“After all not everything is about perfection. It's all about having fun and doing what you do best. And we're here to share it with you.” K-Lo finished, as the girls began playing and singing.

K-Lo: Always first place, never second best

Only high stakes, we aim to impress

And there's no room for mistakes

Yeah, we're flawless everyday, 'cause

PostCrush: We're all about perfection

Projecting that pure reflection

Exceeding your expectations

K-Lo: Yeah!

PostCrush: Be the true, true, true original

Dare to be what you are meant to be

Working hard, that's our thing

All this way, we're perfect, perfectly true

True, true original

True, true original

True, true original

We're perfect, perfectly true

K-Lo: Oh-oh, true original

Oh, oh, hey, hey

(We're perfect, perfectly true)

True original

Oh, oh

Oh, oh

At their table, Spike and Sunset were rocking around enjoying the song, before singing along with the two performers.

Spike and Sunset: But it's not about perfection

Set off in your own direction

Shake off the expectations

PostCrush: You're the true, true, true original

Dare to be who you are meant to be

Free yourself, do your thing

All your way, you're perfect, you're perfectly you

True, true original

True, true original

True, true original

You're perfect, you're perfectly you!

The avatars cheered and applauded for the two who bowed in respect. Spike and Sunset smiled having enjoyed the performance, as Sunset took Spike's hand into her own. Spike looked down at his clasped hand, and then to Sunset who smiled at him. Spike couldn't help but smile as well, as this was a good day in Eden.

Later on back in the real world, Spike was in his room reading a comic, until there was a knock at his door, “It's opened.”

Entering his room was Sunset, “Hey, Spike.”

Spike sat up and greeted, “Hey, Sunset, what's up?”

“I just wanted to see you before heading to bed,” she sat down next to Spike, “And to thank you for spending time with me in Eden.”

“Hey, no problem. I enjoyed it as well.” Spike admitted, until suddenly Sunset kissed Spike on the lips leaving him shocked and blushing.

Sunset smiled at his reaction and spoke, “I hope we can continue hanging out together in Eden and in real life more often.”

“Sure.” Spike replied, still surprised from Sunset's advance on him.

“Well, goodnight.” Sunset said, before leaving his room.

“Goodnight.” Spike replied, as he put his finger to his lips and smiled, “Well, alright.”

One day at the penthouse, inside Rarity's room that was cluttered with fabrics and sewing tools, Spike was standing on a stool wearing a purple uniform with a white collar shirt, and green bow tie. Rarity was walking around Spike getting a good look at him from several angles, while still using measuring tape to double check his size.

“Remind me again why I agreed to do this?” Spike asked dryly.

“Because you're such a gentleman.” Rarity answered sweetly.

“I knew I had a good reason.” the boy replied still keeping a dry tone.

“And I am grateful you could model for me, Spike,” Rarity voiced her appreciation, “After all this suit is meant for you.”

“When would I really need something like this?”

“Well, you never know, darling,” Rarity began, “We may one day be invited to someplace fancy and requires formal attire. Or you may be asked out on a date by somebody very special.” she leaned into Spike from behind pressing her breasts into his back.

Spike blushed as Rarity's milk jugs pressed firmly into his backside, “Uh, I'd like that.” he admitted.

“Oh, you would, would you?” Rarity asked brightly.

“Yeah.” Spike answered feeling something was coming up.

“So let's go!” she said all giddy.

“Go?” the boy raised a brow.

“Yes, let's go to Eden and have a date. No plans, let's just do what comes to us.”

Spike thought about it, “Well, sure ok.”

“Wonderful!” Rarity cheered.

After finishing up the modeling, the two went to the room and hooked themselves up to their VR stations.

Once they entered Eden, they walked around Game Central Station checking out all the various portals to other levels and locations. Rarity then spotted a portal and dragged Spike through.

The two found themselves in a world that looked like a giant fashion runway., “Wow. Fashionstar; the fashion planet.” Spike gasped.

“Oh, yes. I like to come here a lot to see the various styles the avatars are trying out these days. And the best part is it's opened to all.” Rarity noted.

The two watched several avatars strutting their stuff on the runway showing off their costumes and outfits. As Rarity was taking notes on the outfits for inspiration, Spike watched in awe as several lady avatars were displaying their various costumes of other characters like Jessica Rabbit, Avatar Korra, Rias Gremmory, Gwen Stacy as Ghost Spider, Super Girl, Wonder Woman, Black Widow, Captain Marvel, Elsa the Snow Queen, Marceline the Vampire Queen, and so many more.

Spike stared at the sexy avatars showing off their outfits, until Rarity caught his reaction, and decided to tease him. She leaned over and whispered into his ear, “I'm naked.”

Spike jumped out of his stupor and turned to Rarity, “What?!”

Rarity giggled at his reaction, “I'm sorry darling, I couldn't resist.”

Spike couldn't help but chuckle, “Well, you got me good.”

Rarity smiled, until an idea came to her, “Come on, Spike. Let's try the runway.” she took his hand.

“Huh? Go up there?”

“Of course.” Rarity answered, as she began dragging him along.

“But I don't know what I could show off.”

“Not to worry, Spike. I have just the outfits for us to wear.” Rarity smirked.

“Do I dare ask?” Spike asked nervously.

Soon Spike and Rarity stepped onto the long runway all dressed up. Spike was dressed in the red gi of Ken Masters, and Rarity was dressed in Chun-Li's iconic blue cheongsam while also styling her hair in the same buns as the street fighter herself.

“I don't know about this, Rarity.” Spike voiced his uncertainty.

“Relax, darling,” Rarity began, “Just imagine an invisible string pulling you head straight up from your spine.”

Spike cringed, “Sounds painful.” but regardless he got in position at Rarity's left side, and she continued with instructions.

“Walk with long strides and smile.” so they began walking like professionals, and smiling.

As they walked down the runway, they received cheers and compliments from several avatars. Spike couldn't help but admire the praise, while noticing Rarity was soaking in the attention.

“Now, Spike. Watch as I add a little flare to our display.” Rarity said, as she began to sing while activating some music file in her storage.

Rarity: Life is a runway (runway)

Listen, here's what it's all about

I tell you, life is a runway (runway)

Time to bring what's on the inside out

Into the light

Into the light

As Rarity strutted along side Spike, she shot looks to several avatars in the audience who felt swooned at her like Spike was.

Life is a runway

When you see it my way

Take all the good inside

Make it beautiful

Fashion is a way to start

Showing what's in your heart

Call it superficial

I call it irrefutable

Oh-oh, oh wha-oh

Oh-oh, oh wha-oh

Oh-oh, oh wha-oh

Spike decided to play along and started truly strutting around on the runway, and shot several female avatars hunky looks which turned their legs into spaghetti.

Life is a runway

You can be the girl

That you want to be

With a little love

And some accessories (life is a runway)

Don't be scared to show you have

Personal style

Just go do your thing

You'll make everyone smile (life is a runway)

You can be the girl

That you want to be

With a little love

And some accessories (life is a runway)

Don't be scared to show you have

Personal style

Just go do your thing

You'll make everyone smile (life is a runway)

The two strutted together looking like a happy couple which got several avatars jealous of one or the other. Soon they turned and started walking back the way they came.

Life is a runway (runway)

I'll show you what it's all about

I tell you, life is a runway (runway)

Time to bring what's on the inside out

Into the light

Into the light

Into the light

Into the light

Into the light

When they finished they listened to the sound of applause. Spike looked to Rarity astounded, “Rarity, that was beautiful.”

“Thank you, darling.” Rarity answered with a smile.

“You've really got some set of pipes. And it looked like you made quite the impression on several members of the audience.”

“You left quite an impression yourself.” Rarity smirked, as Spike recalled several ladies who got weak in the knees from him.

Spike could only chuckle sheepishly, while rubbing the back of his head, “And I'm glad you had a Ken uniform on you for me to wear. I'll transfer it back.”

“Nonsense, Spike. It's yours. Keep it.” Rarity assured him.

“Really?”

“Of course. I actually bought it for you last time we were in the items shop.”

“Thanks, Rarity.” Spike smiled.

“You're very welcome, darling,” Rarity replied, “So what would you like to do?” Spike thought about it until a thought came to him.

Soon Spike and Rarity were flying through the air on Aladdin's Magic Carpet cheering and laughing. The Magic Carpet flew through several portals throughout Eden taking them from one world to another.

“Where on earth did you find a Magic Carpet, Spike?” Rarity asked, as she looked down seeing how high up they were.

“Spent an hour searching the Cave of Wonders for one. These things are elusive ones,” Spike explained, “Like wild horses you have to tame these carpets when they're wild. But only after showing them not to be afraid, and kindness they'll take you anywhere. Am I right, buddy?” he asked the carpet up gave Spike a tassel thumbs up.

Rarity looked around, “We know Eden is such a big place, but from up here it looks even bigger.”

“That's for sure.” Spike agreed, as the carpet started taking it slow with its flying.

The Magic Carpet was then flying above a seaside at nighttime with a lighthouse providing light for whatever types of boats were out in the water.

“It's beautiful here, Spike.” Rarity admired the view.

“Before I met you and the others I came here a lot of time.” Spike explained.

“By yourself?” Rarity asked in concern.

“Pretty much,” he answered, “I didn't mind it though. I loved the quietness. Gave me time to think about things.”

“Such as?”

“This whole contest in Eden. I was in it just to be the top player, but now we gotta focus on the bigger picture by taking Grogar down, and seizing back control of Starswirl's company.”

Rarity scooted closer to Spike, “I know it's all stressful and dangerous, but you're not alone, Spike. You have me and the rest of the girls.”

Spike smiled, “Yeah. I know. And I couldn't ask for a better group to do it with than you.”

Rarity blushed, as the two looked into each others eyes getting lost further and further. Suddenly Rarity spoke up, “Why don't we call it a night?” she suggested.

“Sure.” Spike agreed, as they removed their goggles and were back in the penthouse to see it was already nighttime.

“My goodness where has the time gone?” Rarity gasped.

“Still it is a beautiful night.” Spike admitted, as they got off their platforms and walked to the window to look at the night sky and the city lights as well.

Rarity looked over at Spike and smiled before addressing him, “Spike?”

“Yes, Rarity?” Spike asked, and as soon as he turned to face her, Rarity wrapped her arms around him and pulled him into a kiss.

Spike was shocked at this, but relaxed and returned the gesture. They passionately kissed, as rarity pressed her chest deep into Spike's making the teenage boy stir below the belt.

When they parted, Rarity spoke, “Thank you so much for spending the day with me. And for modeling for me.”

“You're welcome.” Spike answered, still swooned by Rarity's gesture.

Rarity leaned in and whispered into his ear, “Come by my room sometime and I'll model some of my more personal outfits for you.”

Spike's eyes widened in surprise at that offer, as Rarity left the room leaving the boy to himself. He finally spoke to himself, “She's gonna be the first to seduce me in my sleep, I just know it.”

In Eden, Spike and Pinkie Pie had jumped through one of the stations portals and appeared outside the Wonka Factory where other avatars were going in.

“Ah, the Wonka Factory.” Spike marveled, while looking up at the building.

“The perfect place to get free health restoration candies and so much more.” Pinkie marveled while salivating.

“Come on, before all the good stuff is taken.” Spike said, as the two headed inside.

Upon entering the factory they found themselves thrusted into the Chocolate Room. They looked around the entire setting admiring the lollipop trees, candy toadstools, and the chocolate river and waterfall. All around the avatars were sampling the treats replenishing their HP, while also stashing some away for emergencies.

“Free for all!” Pinkie cheered, as she ran over and started consuming as much candies as she could to the point her HP was completely restored.

Spike just ate what he needed until he was fully restored, and started storing more into his storage, “Pinkie, I think you're at full capacity now.” Spike said, as the girl checked her health.

“Guess I kinda overdid it.” Pinkie giggled sheepishly.

“Well, come on, before anyone here starts attacking you for taking more than you should've.” Spike suggested, as they started walking.

“Let's take Wonkatania.” Pinkie motioned to the Wonkatania boat that pulled up.

“Sure.” Spike said, as they got on the boat, as the Oompa Loompas in back started turning the paddles making to sail.

They enjoyed the clam peaceful ride before noticing the tunnel up ahead, “Better hang on, Spike.” Pinkie suggested.

“No kidding.” spike said, as he hung onto the boat, while Pinkie held onto him making him fluster.

As they entered the tunnel they felt the boat going faster and faster through the dark tunnel, until the tunnel was illuminated with a strange mixture of lights.

“Oh, man, I don't think we should've had all those health restoration candies.” Spike said, as felt partly nauseous from the fast ride.

Pinkie screamed, as they looked around seeing all the scary images from a creepy bug crawling along someone’s face to a random eyeball that seems to stare at them. When they saw a chicken getting it's head chopped off the two screamed.

“I'm gonna puke!” Spike cried.

“Look!” Pinkie motioned around the the face of Willy Wonka appearing all around the walls of the tunnel singing his creepy tune, before giving a startled gasp, and spoke crazily, “Not a speck of light is showing so the danger must be growing. Are the fires of hell a glowing? Is the grizzly reaper mowing? Yes! The danger must be growing for the rowers keep on rowing, AND THEY’RE CERTAINLY NOT SHOWING ANY SIGNS THAT THEY ARE SLOWING!!!” he let out a chilling scream which made Pinkie scream louder, as Spike shouted.

“Someone stop this crazy thing!”

Then as if on cue the boat stopped right at a port outside the factory. The two were wide eyed, as Spike spoke, “I about shit.”

“I about shit too.” Pinkie added.

“Let's get out of here.” Spike suggested, as they left the level to go elsewhere.

They returned to Game Central Station, and started walking around deciding where they could go next.

“So where to?” Spike asked Pinkie.

“I'm fine with anywhere as long as it's with you, Spike.” Pinkie replied.

Spike looked around the various portals, before stopping on one that was a roller blading level, “Let's go there.” the two went through the portal and found themselves in a gigantic roller blading rink designed like a race track from F-Zero.

“Now this is my kinda place.” Spike looked around seeing other avatars rolling through the rink going through loops, twists, and jumps.

“I can't wait to start blading.” Pinkie said all excited.

“So let's join them.” Spike suggested, as he checked his inventory and selected a pair of Air Gear Air Trecks skates. His designer pair was purple and looked like dragon heads.

Pinkie opened her inventory and picked a pair of Air Trecks of her own that were pink and had a cake theme to it, “Let's go!” she started rolling with Spike following her.

As they skated, their wheels started to rev it up and soon they were moving about as fast as race cars, “Feel the wind, Pinkie!” Spike cheered, as they raced down the track.

“I feel it!” she cheered.

They kept racing on moving from left to right in crisscross before reaching up to several more avatars also racing down the track. The two raced around the other avatars confusing them, with some losing balance and crashed.

“Ooh, that'll hurt!” Pinkie laughed.

“Jump ahead!” Spike called, as they were coming up on a jump.

The avatars were speeding up as they were getting closer. Finally with all their might, they jumped off the ledge of the one track flying through the air.

“Geronimo!” Pinkie shouted.

They were nearing the other edge of the track and Spike, Pinkie, and a couple of others made it to the end, while others weren't so lucky and fell before either crashing or exiting before they crashed.

“We made it!” Spike cheered, as he and Pinkie skated close together.

They raced down with the avatars becoming coming up on a wide spiral track leading downward. They started going around the spiral laughing and cheering. When they reached the bottom they continued on the regular track collecting spare coins lying around, making sure to grab them before someone else did.

They looked up ahead seeing a loop the loop and went through it, “Oh, boy!” Spike cheered, as he found himself upside down for that brief moment.

After the loop the raced some more before coming up onto another jump, “Here we go!” Pinkie called, as she took Spike's hand.

The avatars went off the the ramp and flew through the air. Spike and Pinkie laughed, as they held both hands looking at each other while spinning around. As the avatars started coming down they all landed on a giant inflatable landing platform.

Everyone caught their breath and laughed from the exhilaration, “That was fun.” Spike told Pinkie.

“Yeah it was.” she agreed.

“What say we get out of here?” Spike suggested, “I'm famished.”

“Me too.” Pinkie agreed, as they exited Eden.

Soon they were both in the penthouse kitchen wearing aprons and chefs hats. Currently Spike was helping Pinkie bake a gigantic cake.

“I still can't believe we were able to make a cake this tall.” Spike said in awe.

“This is actually one of my more smaller works of art.” Pinkie confessed.

Spike did a double take, “This is a 'small' work of art?”

“You betcha.” Pinkie grinned.

“Well, it's still pretty impressive to me.”

“Thank you, Spike.” Pinkie cooed, as she hugged Spike and nuzzled her cheek against his own.

“Pinkie, someone may walk in.” Spike groaned, while partly enjoying the nuzzling.

“Let them look.” Pinkie replied, still nuzzling against Spike.

Later on, the two wheeled the completed cake into the dining room, “Come and get it!” Pinkie announced.

The girls and even Celestia came over looking at the culinary masterpiece, “As always you bake to perfection, Pinkie.” Celestia began.

“Well, I can't take full credit for this one,” she answered, “Spike helped me after all.”

“That's so thoughtful of you, Spike.” Twilight admired.

“What can I say, I am very helpful.” Spike admitted.

“Come on, let's dig in!” Rainbow announced, as they each got a slice and took a bite.

Their eyes lit up with joy, as Applejack spoke, “Whoo-wee! That cake is certified delicious!”

“Oh, I know,” Rarity agreed, “I may have to watch myself.” she giggled.

As Spike ate his cake, he saw Pinkie took a bit onto her fork and offered it to him, “Here, Spike. Open for the airplane.”

Spike rolled his eyes and opened his mouth allowing Pinkie to feed him. The girls watched looking envious, but continued to eat their pieces of cake to themselves.

Afterward, Spike was in the kitchen helping Pinkie with the dishes. The two stood side by side each washing a plate making sure it was sparkling clean.

“Doing all this for everyone must get tiring, Pinkie.” Spike said.

“Oh, it's not that bad,” she answered, “I mean I don't always do this by myself. The girls pitch in and help when it's too much for me to do on my own.”

“That's a relief. No one should always be expected to do something all by themselves all the time.”

“Yeah. And I'm glad to have you helping me, Spike. This is going to be a real start of a good bonding experience between us.” she leaned closer rubbing her elbow against Spike's.

Spike stood with a faint blush on his face.

“Hey, Spike?” Spike turned to Pinkie and suddenly found himself lick smacking with her.

When Pinkie parted she smiled and spoke, “Let's keep having more fun together ok?”

Spike blushed but smiled and answered, “Yeah.” and so the two continued the dishes until the finished, and turned in.

Hope you liked that. If anyone has some ideas for Spike with either Applejack, Twilight, Fluttershy, and Rainbow Dash individually in Eden what should they do?

One day in Eden, Spike was in the world of Rocky inside the very boxing arena where he was watching Applejack inside the ring going up against several opponents that she kept literally knocking out.

(Mama Said Knock You Out)

Spike sat on the bench watching her and applauding her victories, “Yeah, that's good. A.J!” he cheered, “Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee!”

Applejack smirked, as she was dodging her current opponents punches, before delivering a jab to their stomach too fast for him to dodge, and delivered a swift uppercut knocking him off his feet and onto the the floor before vanishing.

“Yeah!” Applejack cheered, as the ref held her right arm up declaring her the victor.

Spike climbed into the ring and spoke to the girl, “Applejack, you were awesome!”

“Thanks, Spike. I'm strong both outside and inside Eden.” Applejack answered.

“Considering what you do for your family I can believe it.” Spike nudged A.J.

Applejack smiled, “Come on, let's get going.” they exited the world and wandered Game Central Station.

They walked around the terminal, as Spike spoke, “I'm glad we had a chance to come here together, Applejack.”

“Same here,” A.J agreed, “This might be the first time you and I had some alone time. Which gives us a chance to get to know each other more.”

“Maybe we should go someplace else to do that?” Spike suggested.

“Good thinking, sugarcube.”

“Fortunately, I know just the place.” Spike took Applejack's hand and tugged her along. As Applejack tried to keep up with Spike, she looked down at his hand clasping with hers and blushed.

Later on Spike and Applejack were at the Angel Grove Youth Center. At said place, avatars were training in various fields from working out, gymnastics, and karate. Around the dining area, other avatars were mingling, gossiping, or enjoying health inducing drinks.

“Good choice, Spike.” Applejack admitted.

“Thanks. I come here to practice my martial arts and other things.” Spike admitted.

“Do ya now?” Applejack asked, resting her chin on her hand intrigued.

“Oh, yeah. I even have a great instructor. Oh, there he is over there.” he motioned out on the training floor.

Applejack looked and saw Po the Panda teaching some avatars kung fu moves, but looking a bit clumsy in some techniques.

“That's your instructor?” Applejack asked in disbelief.

“Hey, he's a lot better than ya know.” Spike replied.

“Fine by me,” Applejack said, as she looked around, “But ya know, I have history with this place too.”

“Ya do?”

“Oh, yeah. One time I decided to fill in for the smoothie worker, and let me tell ya I made some of the best smoothie health boosters the avatars here ever tried.” she started flashing back.

One time in the Youth Center, Applejack was behind the counter mixing up some smoothies with various fruit slices and pieces. She shook the mixers up before pouring the smoothies into cups before sliding them down to the avatar who ordered a drink. As she worked her magic, she began to sing.

Applejack: Same old, same old

Same old story, same situation

Same old, same old

Goin' out of my mind

I know, I know

Life's too short, gotta stand for somethin'

I know, I know

How to turn things around

Drop the beat now

Shake things up now

Spice it up, stir it up

Everybody mix it up

[tempo building]

Drop the beat now

Shake things up now

Spice it up, stir it up

Everybody giddy up

(Snap! Pop!

Clap! Drop!

Dance! Move!

Mix! Bop!

Snap! Pop!

Clap! Drop!

Dance! Move!

Mix! Bop!

Dance! Move! Mix! Bop!

Dance! Move! Mix! Bop!

Pop-pop-pop-pop-pop-pop-pop-pop

Pop-pop-pop-pop-pop-pop-pop-pop)

DROP!

Drop the beat now

Shake things up now

Spice it up, stir it up

Everybody mix it up

Drop the beat now

Shake things up now

Spice it up, stir it up

Everybody giddy up

Rock... Roll...

Mix... Move...

Snap...

Spin...

Yeeeeee...

HOOOOOOOO!

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Have another, have another)

Drop the beat now

Shake things up now

Spice it up, stir it up

Everybody mix it up

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Hey! Hey! Hey!)

Drop the beat now

Shake things up now

Spice it up, stir it up

Everybody giddy up

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Hey! Hey! Hey!)

Drop the beat now

Shake things up now

Spice it up, stir it up

Everybody mix it up

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Hey! Hey! Hey!)

Drop the beat now

Shake things up now

Spice it up, stir it up

Everybody giddy up!

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

(Dance, move, mix, bop, have another)

Needless to say all the avatars were satisfied with their health restoration smoothies and bombarded Applejack with thanks and compliments which put a smile to her face.

The flashback ended, as Applejack smiled, “Ah, good times.”

“Yeah. So think we can talk shop?” Spike asked.

“Sure thing.” Applejack said.

“You told me your family owns an apple farm?”

“Oh, yeah. Been the family business for decades. We've been selling some of the best apple products to this very day.”

“Like zap apple jam and sweet apple cider.” Spike salivated, before closing his mouth in embarrassment.

“Uh-huh. And let me tell ya, Rainbow is addicted to the stuff.”

“Seriously?”

“As a heart attack,” Applejack chuckled, “We gotta keep the whole stash hidden away so she doesn't drink it all.”

“Good call.” Spike laughed.

“So before you moved in with the other girls you were with your family?”

“Uh-huh. My Granny Smith, my big brother Big Macintosh, and my little sister Apple Bloom. She's about your age.”

“Good to know. But what're they like?” Spike inquired.

“Granny Smith may be old and sometimes senile, but she's as tough as they come,” Applejack began, “My bro may sometimes come off as a guy a few words, but he knows when to speak his mind. You and he would get along just fine.”

“How do you figure?”

“Well, for one thing you both love that table top game Ogres and Oubliettes.”

“Really?” Spike asked intrigued.

“Uh-huh. He said he'd be attending the next con, maybe you two can meet there.”

“Nice. So what about your sister?”

“Apple Bloom, she can be quite a mischief maker. But she's a determined gal always lookin' to prove she's responsible. She's especially good when it comes to helping others in what they should be doin' with their lives.”

“Sounds like she's got a bright future ahead of herself.”

“I know. Makes me feel so proud.” Applejack smiled, “So what about your family?”

“Well, I lived with my Uncle Torch and two cousins Ember and Smolder.”

“So what're they like?”

“My cousins Ember and Smolder are feisty girls always getting into the most meaningless squabbles. Sometimes they need me to settle a dispute between them, and that, Applejack, is its own mine field.”

Applejack chuckled, “So what your uncle?”

“My uncle owns the Dragon's Den pub back home. It's a popular place and always busy. Because of that he comes home late a lot. So me and my cousins have dinner without him and he has mostly leftovers.”

“I see. Sorry he's not there enough.” Applejack said feeling sympathetic.

“It's not so bad. I mean my uncle is still able to provide for us. We're lucky to have him. Especially me,” Spike looked down a little sadly, which Applejack took notice of, “He's been the closest thing I had to a father since my parents passed away.”

Applejack gasped in surprise, “Your parents passed away?”

“Yeah. I was five at the time, and it was in a car crash,” he explained, “He immediately took me in and he and my cousins welcomed me with open arms. If not for them who knows where I would've ended up.” he sighed.

“Ya miss them, huh?” Applejack asked.

“All the time.”

Applejack laid a hand on Spike's shoulder comfortingly, “Listen, tonight how about you come by my room and we can continue this talk? There's something more I need to tell you about my family.” Spike was curious before answering.

“Ok.” And with that the two decided to continue to relax and hang out at the virtual youth center before exiting Eden.

That night in Applejack's room, said girl was already in her pajamas and sitting on her bed waiting. Suddenly there was a knock at her door.

“A.J, it's me.” came Spike's voice.

“It's open.” she answered.

Spike opened the door and stepped inside before closing it behind him, while locking it just to be safe.

“Come on over here.” Applejack pat the spot next to her on the bed.

Spike walked to A.J's bed and sat down beside her, “So what did you wanna tell me, Applejack?”

Applejack sighed, “That I know exactly how ya feel about missing your folks.”

“How?”

“Because I lost my parents too.” she confessed.

“What?” Spike asked in surprise.

Applejack sighed, “Yeah, that's right. This was many years back when I was just a kid. One day a tornado was reported coming close to our farm, and we were all scrambling to get the animals inside for safety. As the twister was closing in, I could barely see through the clouds and dust as I tried to find my way to the storm cellar. Then I heard my ma and pa calling out to me. When they found me, pa scooped me up as we made our way to the cellar. But the twister was right on top of us. Ma and pa handed me off to Big Mac, but rather than get in themselves, they closed the cellar doors.”

“Whoa.” Spike gasped.

“When the storm died down, we got out there to look for them,” Applejack continued, “Through all the debris we found them both with a broken wagon crushing their legs. We tried lifting it off them, but it was too late. They were already done for.” she shed some tears.

“Applejack.” Spike gasped upon hearing her story.

“Before they passed, they told me to be strong for my family. And I swore on their spirits I would.” she assured him.

“Wow.”

“So ya see, I understand what it means to lose your folks. It wasn't easy or quick to get over it. Especially for Apple Bloom who barely even knew them since she was still a tyke. So many times she's asked me, Big Mac, and Granny about them. And although she's glad we tell them, we always could tell how sad she really is knowing she didn't know them as well as we did.”

“Hearing that makes me feel lucky,” Spike replied, as Applejack looked at her, “I got to know my parents before they died, but your sister did not.”

Applejack continued wanting to lift the mood, “But you know, family ain't always defined by blood. When I met Twilight, Rainbow, Rarity, and the others I felt a whole new family was given to me.”

Spike thought on that and smiled, “Yeah. Same with me.”

“Remember, Spike. Even if you're away from your family you have one here with me and everyone else.” Applejack gave him a comforting smile.

Spike smiled back, “And you have family in me too.”

Applejack and Spike smiled at each other, while gazing into each others eyes. They started moving closer and closer until their lips met in a passionate kiss. Their hands wrapped around each other as they wanted to keep the other close to them.

They parted and looked at each other with a blush covering their cheeks, “Thanks, A.J.” Spike smiled.

“Any time, Sugarcube.” Applejack replied, as an idea came to her, “Hey, why don't ya stay in my room tonight?”

“What?” Spike asked taken aback.

“I mean with all we've been talkin' about I kinda don't feel like sleeping alone tonight.” she explained.

“But what if someone comes in here?” Spike asked in worry.

“Relax, no one's gonna be comin' in this late. Come on, Spike. For me.” Applejack pleaded.

Spike unable to resist Applejack's plea while also feeling too tired to walk back to him room answered, “Well, ok.”

“Great.” Applejack said, as she turned out the light and opened the covers of her bed. She got in and rubbed the spot next to her for Spike.

Spike slipped into Applejack's bed, as the girl covered them both with the covers, “Ya nice and cozy, Spike?”

“I sure am.”

“Good,” Applejack snuggled up with Spike and yawned, “Goodnight, Spike.”

Spike looked down at Applejack resting her head in his chest while holding onto him. He smiled and whispered, “Goodnight, A.J” he fell asleep holding Applejack in his arms knowing tomorrow was going to be yet another day.

As the sun rose over the horizon and shined on the city, inside Applejack's room was said girl herself with Spike in bed with her. As the suns rays washed over Applejack, the girl opened her eyes and yawned.

“Morning already?” she asked herself before seeing Spike still fast asleep. She smiled as she looked at his sleeping face, 'He looks so peaceful, I'd hate to wake him.' knowing they had to get up and Spike needed to get back to his room before any of the other girls realizes he's not there, she whispered softly into his ear.

“Spike. Oh, Spike,” Spike mumbled in his sleep as if he was trying not to wake up, “Come on, sugarcube. Time to get up.” Applejack nudged him a bit.

Spike groaned, as his eyes opened, “Oh, I don't like mornings.”

“I know, Spike.” A.J replied.

“But other than that, good morning, Applejack.” Spike smiled.

“Good morning to you too.” she replied.

“I have to tell you last night was probably one of the best sleeps I ever had.”

“Sure ya just saying that because ya had me in your arms all night.” Applejack nudged him playfully.

Spike blushed, before answering, “Well, that did play a big part in it.” the two chuckled.

“anyway, ya best get to your room before the others wake up.” Applejack suggested.

“Good idea.” Spike said, as he got out of bed, and walked to the door, before Applejack continued.

“And, Spike. If ya ever don't feel like sleeping alone, my door is always opened.” she winked.

“Uh, right.” Spike answered sheepishly, before leaving Applejack's room.

Later that day after everyone came home from school and did their homework, Spike and Fluttershy decided to go to Eden to have some time together.

Once inside Eden, Spike followed Fluttershy through one of the world portals and found themselves standing before the entrance of a colossal animal based sanctuary. They walked inside to see several avatars looking around to see many types of creatures in their own habitats. The creatures ranged from regular animals, Pokemon, mythological creatures, Digimon, and even dinosaurs.

“Interesting choice, Fluttershy.” Spike admitted.

“Thanks. I like to come here and see all the many types of critters on display.” Fluttershy explained, as they looked out into a habitat of Tauros running around.

“Yeah, this sanctuary has so many different types to see.” Spike said, as he saw one habitat housed some Triceratops' who were busy eating.

“Seeing all of them makes me think of the animal shelter I help out at.” Fluttershy added.

“You work at an animal shelter?” Spike asked curiously.

“Oh, yes. I love to take care of the animals there, and they love me. I always manage to find a good home for just about any of the pets there.”

“That is pretty amazing.”

Fluttershy nodded, “I was even able to help Sunset pick out Ray her pet gecko, and Rainbow's tortoise; Tank.”

“I'm glad you were able to get those pets some good homes.”

“If you'd like, I can bring you by and see if we can find an ideal pet for you.”

“Really?” Spike asked.

“Of course.”

“That would be nice. My foster Uncle Torch wouldn't let me, Ember, or Smolder have pets, because he couldn't handle it.”

“I see. Well, since you're living with us, perhaps you can finally take on that responsibility.” Fluttershy noted.

“I'll keep it in mind.” Spike smiled, as they saw some people gathering to another animal habitat, “What's going on?”

“Oh, it's show time!” Fluttershy said all giddy.

“Showtime?” Spike wondered, only for Fluttershy to drag him by the arm to where the others were going.

Soon they gathered around a pen, as an announcer spoke up, “Ladies and Gentleman. Eden's Wildlife preserve is proud to present, The King of New York City! Alex the Lion!”

Popping up was Alex the lion who was dancing around like a born entertainer with the crowd cheering him on. Even Fluttershy was applauding on his dancing. Finally the famous lion perched atop his rock and announced.

“ROAR!”

Sparklers lit up around him, as the avatars cheered. Spike crossed his arms and smiled, “The cat knows how to draw a crowd.” Alex skipped by the fence with his paw out slapping skin with every avatar he passed including Spike's and Fluttershy's.

“Come on, Spike. There's so many other habitats to look at.” Fluttershy cheered, as she once again tugged Spike along.

So they explored more habitats to see various creatures relaxing or putting on their own kind of show for the avatars. Fluttershy looked to see Spike wasn't at her side, before hearing fresh cheers. She looked and saw Spike was dancing with Baloo the Bear to the Bare Necessities. Fluttershy couldn't help but giggle at the display.

In another habitat, Spike watched as Fluttershy was in a dragons habitat which to many was suicide to step in, but Fluttershy was busy holding three baby dragons in her arms hugging them close. Spike watched in amaze at how natural Fluttershy was with animals or many kinds. Even virtual ones.

As the two were sitting on a bench relaxing while looking at all the other habitats in eyes sight, Spike spoke, “This truly is a good place to come to Fluttershy.”

“I knew you'd like it.” Fluttershy smiled. As Spike looked at the smile on Fluttershy's face he could feel an overwhelming sense of happiness fill him up.

'Oh, man. She's like a goddess with that happy aura. I didn't think it'd be possible to meet anyone as kind as her. Fluttershy truly is something.' he thought to himself.

“Hey, you!” a voice broke Spike out of his thoughts.

Spike and Fluttershy looked ahead and saw six Orc avatars standing before them, “Uh, can I help you?” Spike asked in confusion.

“Yeah,” one answered, “You can help us by backing away from our goddess.”

“Excuse me?” the dragon avatar asked in surprise.

“You heard us. Back away from Fluttershy.” the second replied.

“And why should I do that?” Spike asked, as he got up.

“You don't deserve to be seen with or even breathe the same air as her!” the third one said gruffly.

Spike thought, 'Oh great, rabid obsessive fans.'

“Ms. Fluttershy, please allow us to escort this loser away from your sight.” the fourth orc offered.

Fluttershy frowned, “Excuse me? Who do you think you are talking to Shenron like that?!”

“Only your most devoted supporters.” the fifth one answered with pride.

“And what makes you think I'd want you to have Shenron taken away?” Fluttershy continued to argue, “If there's one thing I hate it's bullies. And I won't stand by and let you all bully my friend.” Spike stood by her side blushing at how brave she was being for him.

The sixth one turned to the first one, “He's already corrupted her meek little mind.”

The first orc growled, “Protect Fluttershy from the usurper!” the orcs let out a battle yell, as Fluttershy and Spike got nervous.

The six avatars charged at Spike swinging their war hammers around, as Spike himself dodged, “Crazy orcs!” Spike shouted, as several avatar spectators watched.

As one orc swung his hammer at Spike, the dragon avatar dodged making the hammer slam into the pavement putting a small crated in it.

“You leave my friend alone!” Fluttershy shouted, as he used her wind based powers and blew the orcs back making them crash against the railing of a nearby exhibit, “I warned you not to hurt my friend. And I meant it!” she warned the six avatars sternly.

“Boss, what do we do?” one of the orcs asked the ringleader in worry.

“We can't fight her, can we?” another one asked.

“How can we when she's our goddess.” the lead answered with no clue on what they should do.

“Hey, losers!” Spike shouted, as they looked ahead seeing Spike standing before them holding out an octagon shaped stone with a red dragon image on it.

“Eat Dragon Blast!” the talisman glowed before unleashing a blast of fire at the orcs which not only took a chunk out of their HP, but they ended up going over the railing and started plummeting.

Unfortunately for them they were falling right into the gator and crocodile habitat. As they plummeted they looked down seeing among the many gators and crocs was Tick Tock the crocodile who opened his mouth eagerly to eat. When the six hit the water with splashes the gators and crocs dove down to feast. That resulted in the orcs going poof.

In six different locations the orc avatars really being six individual scrawny looking nerds shouted in frustration having lost everything they had.

Spike and Fluttershy looked seeing all their loot and such was up in the air, “Come on Fluttershy. Free for all.” Spike said excitedly.

“Well, it'd be a shame to let it go to waste.” Fluttershy admitted.

“Plus they'd probably want you to have some.” Spike added, as the two split all the tallied up money, weapons, and such until they both felt they got equal share.

As the spectator avatars cheered and applauded, Fluttershy looked sheepish before whispering to Spike, “We should go.”

“Agreed.” Spike confirmed, as they left Eden.

Back in the penthouse, Spike and Fluttershy were in Spike's room with the both of them relaxing on big bean bag chairs, with Spike drinking from a bottle of cherry coke and Fluttershy drinking from a water bottle.

“That time in Eden went from relaxing to exhilarating.” Spike told the girl.

“I know. I really didn't expect to run into my more violent admirers in my favorite animal sanctuary.” Fluttershy said, as she took a drink.

“Well, I know you and the rest of the Rainbooms have admirers that stem from so many forms of mentality be it violent, obsessive, or just clueless.” Spike explained and the two laughed.

“Yes, you won't believe how many fans we've had to dodge and avoid in Eden before we even met you.” Fluttershy said.

“I can only imagine.”

“While some like Rarity or Rainbow enjoy the attention. I felt the best kind of attention is no attention at all.”

“Well, there's no such thing as bad publicity.” Spike said, as he drank his cherry coke.

“But I'm glad you stood up for me even if I could defend myself.” Fluttershy thanked him.

“I just didn't want those idiots to treat you like some kind of object that needs to be displayed on a pedestal or something.” Spike replied, as Fluttershy blushed.

“That's so sweet.” she replied, “Spike your kindness could rival my own.”

“Yours?” Spike asked incredulously, “That's kinda stretching it don'tcha think? I mean I'm a nice guy, but I could never measure up to your level of kindness.”

“What do you mean?” Fluttershy wondered.

“You rescue stray animals and bring them to the animal shelter, only to help find them new homes. You don't get mad so easily even against the most vile and nastiest of people. Many would consider you a saint. Me? I wouldn't know how to best describe me.” he said as he rested back on his bean bag.

Suddenly he felt a weight on him and saw Fluttershy scooted into his bean bag chair and wrapped her arms around him and found the right side of his head being pressed into her bosom. This got Spike blushing from the comforting hug, as he listened to the soft gentle tone of Fluttershy's voice.

“I would describe you as a kind and caring young man who has a heart of solid gold. Most of the people we've seen or met in Eden just know us as a group of girls who're exceptionally good players. When we're all much more than that. You saw that in each of us when you met us and got to know us better. Just as we saw there's more to you than just who you are in Eden.”

Spike couldn't help to admit the truth in Fluttershy's words. Ever since he met the Rainbooms in person he's seen sides of them he didn't know about compared to how they were regarded as the most popular group in the world of Eden. And now that he started getting to know each of them better he felt closer than ever with the girls.

Spike looked up at Fluttershy and smiled, “Thanks, Fluttershy. I really needed to hear that.”

“You're welcome, Spike.” Fluttershy answered, as they leaned forward and kissed.

As their lips locked, they tried scooting closer on the bean bag chair they shared. When they parted, Fluttershy spoke, “I'm really glad you came here to live with us.”

“Me too.”

Fluttershy got up and left Spike's room, as Spike thought about her, 'Timid but still an amazing girl.'

One day in Spike's room, the young man was busy finishing up his homework, “There, finished.” he closed his notebook and placed it and his texbooks in his backpack.

“Homework done, nothing to do. Time to check out Eden.” Spike told himself as he left his room.

Upon walking down the hall a familiar voice shouted, “Hey, Spike!” the young man suddenly felt someone glomp him from behind pressing her breasts into his back.

Spike stopped himself from falling forward and looked behind to see Rainbow Dash, “Rainbow? What're you doing?”

“I saw you stepping out of your room and decided to see what you were up to.” she answered, as she released Spike.

“I finished my school work and was on my way to Eden.” he answered.

“Well, what a coincidence I was on my way there too.”

“Did you even finish your school work?” Spike asked crossing his arms in suspicion.

“Totally.” Rainbow assured, but Spike didn't look too convinced.

Spike reluctantly sighed, “Alright, I'll take your word for it.”

“Great! Come on, Eden's calling!” Rainbow grabbed Spike's hand and dragged him to the game room.

Soon the both of them were putting on their VR goggles and gloves and their avatars appeared in Eden's Grand Central Station.

“Feels nice to come here after boring schoolwork.” Rainbow said in relief.

“I hear ya.” Spike agreed, as they walked around, until a voice called out.

“Rainbow!”

Rainbow and Spike looked over and saw an avatar approach them was a girl avatar dressed like a mix of Indian Jones and Laura Croft.

“Daring, what's up?” Rainbow asked in joy as the two fist bumped.

“All good.” the girl named Daring answered.

“Yo, Shenron, come here,” Rainbow addressed Spike who walked over, “I'd like you to meet a friend of mine. This is Daring Do; best explorer in all of Eden. Daring, this is Shenron the Dragon Warrior.”

Spike shook hands with the explorer girl, “Glad to meet you.”

“Likewise.” Daring agreed, as Spike couldn't help but glance at her rack snugged inside her tight crop top.

“So anything new going on with you, Daring?” Rainbow inquired.

“Just the usual treasure hunts. A lot of these rare objects make for plenty of coins.”

“I can imagine.”

“And yet there's so many here in Eden who would fight me for them.”

“How do you manage?” Spike asked in surprise.

“I'm just full of tricks,” Daring winked flirtatiously making him blush, “So what about you two?”

“We just had to get here after putting up with school work.” Rainbow explained.

“Gotta hate that.” Daring chuckled.

“Well, it was nice meeting you, Daring Do.” Spike said.

“Nice meeting you too, Shenron. Catch ya later, Rainbow.” Daring said, as she walked off.

Spike turned to Rainbow, “So where to?”

Rainbow smirked, “I know someplace we can relax and be entertained.” Spike raised a brow in curiosity.

Later on, Spike and Rainbow Dash were sitting in the stands of a stadium with many other avatars watching two teams partake in a parkour race with the terrain shifting from various types of obstacles the competitors had to dodge, jump, duck, and vault over before reaching to the finish line.

The avatars cheered, as the announcer called, “And Soarin wins by a nose! Another point to the Wonderbolts!”

“Oh, yeah!” Rainbow cheered, as Spike clapped and spoke.

“Not bad, Rainbow.”

“The Wonderbolts are the best parkour team in Eden!” Rainbow said with excitement.

“No kidding.” Spike replied.

“I actually hope one day I can compete with them.”

“You do?”

“Oh, yeah. I've been working on my moves in Eden and in the real world.” Rainbow explained.

Spike double blinked, “You do real world parkour?”

“That's right. I love the feeling of the wind in my hair, the thrill of making that leap of faith. The exhilaration just gets my heart pounding.”

“I'm surprised you're not worried about hurting yourself,” Spike said, “That sport in real life can be dangerous.”

“Yeah, but it's nothing I can't handle. I'm just that awesome.” Rainbow boasted.

“Uh-huh.” Spike answered while crossing his arms smugly.

"You should come join me on a run. Get those legs of yours really moving." Rainbow nudged him.

"I think Phys Ed has my legs moving enough."

"Nonsense. You run with me and you'll feel like you can fly." Rainbow said dramatically, as that really sparked some interest in Spike.

After the match, both Spike and Rainbow were at a retro arcade in Eden relaxing while checking out all the retro games in the arcade from Super Mario Bros, Duck Hunter, Donkey Kong, Pac Man, Kirby, Fix-it-Felix Jr., and so many more.

“You like retro games too?” Spike asked Rainbow Dash.

“Oh, yeah. As neat as newer video games are, the retro ones never lose their flare.”

“Took the words right out of my mouth.” Spike replied, and the two laughed.

“I'm glad ya came here, Spike. And agreed to spend your time here with me.”

“Even though you dragged me along, I still would've joined you either way. Spending time with you and the rest of the girls helped me see it's better to come here with friends than just yourself.”

“I hear ya.” Rainbow agreed, “I'll admit back then I used to think I was too awesome and didn't need to be on a team and all. And any time I was required to be part of a team I acted like glory hog resulting in everyone resenting me.” she sighed.

“Bummer.” Spike said.

Rainbow perked up, “But then I met Fluttershy, and you might say her kindness brought out a better side of me. And when I saw others picking on her I came to her defense. She not only brought out my loyal side, but helped me see working with others isn't so bad. So now I'm a real team player.”

Spike smiled, “Having you for a teammate makes me glad to be part of the group.”

“I feel the same way.” Rainbow smirked.

As Spike relaxed, Rainbow kept watching him closely, while thinking to himself, 'I can't put it off any longer. Tonight I'm gonna make my move and leave him speechless.'

That night back at the penthouse, Spike went to his room and was about to get ready to turn in, until there was a knock at his door.

“Spike. It's Rainbow. Can I come in?”

Spike curiously answered, “Sure.”

The door opened, and Rainbow entered and closed the door behind him, “Did you need something, Rainbow?”

“Actually, yes.” she answered, before locking his door.

“Why'd you lock the door?” Spike asked in concern.

“To ensure no one interrupts us.”

“Interrupt us from what?” he asked nervously.

“This.” Rainbow answered, as she started stripping down until she was in her matching blue bra and panties.

Spike's eyes widened in shock, “R-Rainbow?!”

“Don't bother making noise, Spike,” Rainbow spoke sultry, “We're miles from where anyone can hear you.” she started walking closer to Spike who ended up backing up to his bed and fell onto it.

Before Spike could get up, Rainbow mounted atop Spike and straddled his waist, “Be honest with me, Spike. How do you feel?”

“Honestly, I am feeling completely aroused here.”

“Good answer.” Rainbow smirked.

“But what brought this on?”

“Truth is, ever since you started living with us, you've been on my mind a lot. And after getting to know you more here and at school I just knew I had to get to know you even more.”

“So you came to my room to seduce me?” he asked.

“You got it.”

“I'll admit this was unexpected, but I can't help but not want to deny it.”

“Good. Because I wouldn't let you,” Rainbow answered, and she started to undo the buttons of Spike's shirt, exposing his bare chest, “Mm, and I thought I had good muscle tone.” Rainbow licked her lip.

Spike laughed sheepishly, as Rainbow started to massage his bare chest, “Oh, that really feels good.” Spike moaned, as the girls ran her hands all around his chest.

After massaging his chest, Rainbow leaned downward and started rubbing her bra covered rack against Spike's chest, “How does this feel?” she asked seductively.

“Amazing, as if you even had to ask.” Spike answered with a pant.

“Yeah. I like it too.” Rainbow said, as she leaned down and started kissing Spike.

Spike returned the kiss, before wrapping his arms around Rainbow's waist pulling her closer. The two kept on kissing with Spike holding Rainbow closer resulting her breasts pressing harder into his chest making them both feel hot all over.

'Oh, man. My first real make out session. This is going better than I ever imagined it would.' Spike thought to himself, as he started slipping his tongue into Rainbow's mouth.

'Oh, yeah. This is exactly what I was hoping for.' Rainbow moaned in her thoughts, as Spike's tongue touched her own.

Rainbow's kisses trailed from Spike's lips, to his cheek, then his neck, before finally his chest. Spike panted heavenly from the Rainbow's soft lips. When Rainbow ceased her kissing she sat up still straddling Spike and looked down at him.

“How was it, Spike?”

“That was awesome.”

“I knew it was. So ya like being straddled like this?” she asked hopefully.

“Well, you do feel soft and warm.”

Rainbow could only laugh, “Oh, you sure know exactly what to say.”

“But as much as I'm enjoying this moment, I think it's best you get to your room before anyone realizes you're not there.” Spike warned her.

Rainbow pouted, “Ok-Ok.” she dismounted Spike before putting her clothes back on. After she finished putting her shirt back on, she looked back at Spike seeing her looked a bit down now that she was clothed again. She smirked and went over to put an arm around him and spoke, “Don't worry, Spike. You'll see me all natural some day.” Spike's eyed widened at the possibility, as Rainbow unlocked the door and gave Spike one last flirtatious wink before leaving.

Spike felt his chest and could feel his heart still pounding from the intensity he experienced during his make out with Rainbow, “Now that was a thrill and a rush. I hope I get to experience that again with the other girls hopefully.”

At Equestrius Academy, school let out and the students were heading for home. As Spike and the girls got out, Rainbow stretched, “Finally. I thought it would never end.”

“It always comes to an end.” Pinkie reminded her.

“Yeah, but it feels like a thousand years pass by when in school.” Rainbow complained.

“You know how that is impossible on so many levels.” Twilight stated.

“Come on, ya'll. Let's just get on back.” Applejack said, as they got in the limo that drove off.

When they arrived at the penthouse, Rainbow spoke, “If you'll excuse me, I need a nap.” Rainbow said heading up to her room.

“I'm gonna go check on Angel.” Fluttershy said.

“And I need to feed Ray.” Sunset added.

“I think I'm going to take a shower.” Rarity said, and upon walking past Spike, she whispered, “Care to join me?”

Spike jumped, “What?”

“Just kidding, darling.” Rarity giggled, as she left.

“I'm gonna go give mah family a call.” Applejack said, as she headed for her room.

“And I'm going to go bake some stuff.” Pinkie skipped to the kitchen.

“Well, I should get started on my school work.” Spike said, as he was about to head to his own room, until Twilight spoke up.

“You know, Spike. You can come to my room and we can work together.” she offered.

“Really?”

“Yeah. I mean if it's ok with you.”

Spike thought about it, “Sure, I don't mind.

Twilight smiled, “Great. Let's go.” she led Spike upstairs and to her room.

Upon entering Twilight's room, Spike looked around and saw bookshelves containing many books. On her walls were posters of star constellations, her bed sheets were space themed, she had a few boards set up displaying mathematical formulas and such, and a balcony with a telescope set up for studying stars.

Spike spoke up, “It's like I never even left school.”

“Very funny.” Twilight replied dryly.

“But really, is this a library or a bedroom?”

“A little bit of both,” she admitted, “Come on, let's get to work.”

Soon the two were working on their homework, with both of them helping each other out. Which was mostly Twilight helping Spike whenever he was stuck on a problem.

As Spike continued to glance around the room, he happened upon a picture on her dresser. The picture was of Twilight with two adults he assumed were her parents, and along with them were two younger adults with the woman holding a little baby in her arms.

“Hey, Twilight, who's that in the picture?”

Twilight looked at the picture, “Oh, this is my family,” she took the picture and showed them who was in it, “Those two are my parents Night Light, and Velvet.”

Spike looked the two over, but his attention was focused on Twilight mom, who had nicely shaped legs, big breasts, and a face that looked like it was carved by angels, 'Damn, there's a real Milf if I've ever saw one.' Spike thought to himself.

Spike realizing he was looking too close snapped out of it, and spoke, “So who're these other two?”

“Well, that's my older brother Shining Armor. He's actually a police officer with the rank of captain.”

“No kidding?” Spike asked, as Twilight shook her head, “Kind of a big job being a cop, and dangerous.”

“Maybe, but my brother is very good at his job. He did work hard to reach that rank.”

Spike smiled, before looking at the lovely young woman next to her brother, “And who is this goddess?”

Twilight chuckled, “That's his wife, Cadence. She was actually my babysitter when I was a child.”

“Really?”

“Oh, yes. She was the best one you could've ever had to be sat by,” Twilight explained happily, “She's beautiful, caring, and kind.”

“Sounds like the ideal girl for any lucky guy.”

“That's right. And if you can believe it, she was the most popular girl in high school, while my brother was just a Tabletop Game playing dork.”

“Shut the front door!”

“I'm serious. And despite their social standings in high school, Cadence chose him as her special someone over any other boy above him.”

“Now that's being lucky,” Spike noted, before spotting the baby, “And who's this little bundle of joy?”

“That's their daughter and my niece, Flurry Heart.”

“You're still in high school and you're already an aunt?” Spike asked in disbelief.

“I know. I can hardly believe it myself.”

“Still you all look so happy here.” the young man admired.

“Thanks,” Twilight smiled, but could tell Spike was hurting inside, “Applejack did tell me about your parents. I'm so sorry.”

Spike smiled, “Thanks, Twilight.” he embraced the girl who returned the gesture.

When they parted, Twilight spoke, “Since our homework is done, why don't we go to Eden to get our minds off things?”

“Lead the way.” Spike answered, as the two left her room.

When the both of them entered Eden, Twilight brought Spike into a world of her choosing. And the world she chose was the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The two explored the various shops in Diagon Alley seeing several avatars, especially magic users were stocking up on certain supplies for their arsenal. Later the two exited Weasley's Wizard Wheezes.

“Man, the items here are very helpful.” Spike admitted.

“They sure are. Perfect to prank someone, or to make a quick getaway.” Twilight said.

Spike nodded, “Can we go explore more here?”

“Of course. But you'll need a broom.”

“Not to worry.” Spike said, as he opened up his item storage and selected a broomstick surprising Twilight.

“You have a Firebolt?!”

“Surprised?” Spike asked smugly.

“Sort of, I mean...” Twilight pulled out a broomstick from her inventory to reveal the same model as Spike's.

“Two of a kind.” Spike joked, and they laughed

“I know these are expensive, but I couldn't resist.” Twilight admitted sheepishly.

“Same here.”

“Well, come on.” Twilight said, as she mounted her broom, followed by Spike and his.

“Let's fly!” Spike announced, as the two flew off into the world.

The two flew across the sky above Diagon Alley, before flying through London past Big Ben. Their flight led them to none other than Hogwarts.

“Hogwarts. Now this is a school I'd love to attend.” Twilight marveled.

“Even if it meant the chance of being petrified by a Basilisk, or deal with a toad faced woman with a colossal list of ridiculous rules?” Spike joked.

“Trust me, I could handle worse than that.”

The two flew downward before landing on the ground. They stored their brooms back in their inventory, and looked up at the castle.

“It's a lot bigger up close.” Spike said.

“It sure is,” Twilight nodded, “Well, we might as well look the part if we're going in.” Twilight pulled up her clothing inventory and selected an outfit. Soon she stood wearing a Ravenclaw uniform.

“Ravenclaw?” Spike asked.

“I always felt if I was a student I'd be sorted into it.”

“Well, in that case.” Spike opened his own clothing inventory and soon stood wearing a Gryffindor uniform.

“Gryffindor, huh?” Twilight asked with a sly smile.

“What can I say, I know where I belong.”

“Come on.” Twilight said, as the two entered.

They walked about the halls and staircases among other avatars present. Some avatars were dressed in Hogwarts uniforms from either of the four houses like they were.

As they walked into the Great Hall, a voice called out, “Hey, Twilight!” The two looked over at a table to see a teenage girl wearing a Ravenclaw uniform, and had thick rimmed glasses.

Twilight hurried over with Spike and spoke to the avatar, “Moondancer, good to see you.”

“It's good to see you too.”

Spike spoke to Twilight, “You know each other?”

“Shenron, this is Moondancer, a friend of mine I like to talk magic with here in Eden. Moondancer this is Shenron, the Dragon Warrior.”

“Nice to meet you.” Spike greeted the girl, while trying to keep himself from looking down at her bust that was about the same size as Twilight's.

“Same here. I admit it's rare to see Twilight with someone other than the other girls.” Moondancer noted.

“Well, I've decided to expand my circle of friends in my group outside them.” Twilight explained.

“Well, I like this company you're keeping.” Moondancer said, smiling at Spike who kept a straight face, “Hey, as long as you're here, Twilight. Up for a game of Wizard's chess?”

“I don't see why not.” Twilight answered, as she sat herself down opposite of Moondancer with Spike at her side.

Moondancer set up the chess board and pieces. When all was ready, the two ordered a move to certain pieces and that pieces moved on its own to the spot on the board. When one piece took a spot occupied by another it came to life and destroyed the other piece.

Spike watched amazed at how well the two were playing while analyzing each others moves while determining the best counter. Finally as it came down to it, Twilight made her last move allowing her to claim victory.

“Checkmate!” Twilight announced, as Moondancer's King Piece surrendered it's weapon.

“Good game.” Moondancer commended her.

“Thanks, I almost thought for sure I was gonna lose.” Twilight admitted sheepishly.

“I thought you both did well.” Spike commended the two.

“Thanks, Shenron.” Moondancer smiled.

“Yeah, really appreciate it.” Twilight smiled.

“So, anybody feel like going over to Honeydukes at Hogsmeade?” Spike suggested.

Before any of the two could answer, the door to the Great Hall flung open and popping in were Ravagers wearing Death Eater Cloaks.

“Ravagers?!” Moondancer gasped.

“Oh, great.” Twilight sighed.

“Come on!” Spike called, as they took cover behind a pillar.

They watched as the Ravagers attacked several avatars taking some of them out, while they were taken out by avatars willing to fight back.

“We can't just sit here and do nothing.” Twilight said.

“We have to help.” Moondancer said.

“Agreed.” Spike confirmed, as he looked through his weapons inventory.

Twilight charged in and started firing energy blasts at several Ravagers, while Moondancer whipped out a wand and started casting defensive spells disarming some Ravagers or stunning them.

Spike finally joined it and held out a mushroom, “Time to grow!” he activated the object and grew twenty feet tall, “Oh, yeah!” he announced, before tail whipping some Ravagers back.

“Good one, Shenron!” Twilight called, as she destroyed three Ravagers.

“When you think big, you really think big.” Moondancer put in, before taking out a Ravager.

Spike stomped on and slammed down on a few Ravagers before shrinking back down to normal size, “Time to finish it the old fashioned way.” he spat fire at the remaining Ravagers making them go poof.

With their enemies gone, Spike, Twilight, Moondancer, and the other avatars cheered in victory, “We did it!” Moondancer cheered.

“That'll teach them not to mess around here.” Twilight put in.

Suddenly appearing before them was Professor Dumbledore, “I commend you all for your fierce bravery in defending this school. And therefor I wish to award you all with a magical pack.” appearing in every avatar's possession was a pack.

When the avatars opened them they received certain gifts from coins, items, and other things. When Spike opened his he spotted among the items he received was a yellowish egg with red flame patterns.

“An egg?” Spike asked in confusion.

Twilight and Moondancer looked in shock, as Twilight spoke, “That's not just an egg, Shenron.”

“How so?” Spike asked, only to see the egg started cracking indicating it was ready to hatch.

Finally the egg glowed and suddenly in Spike's hands was a little orange chick that chirped happily, “Aw!” Twilight and Moondancer cooed.

Spike looked down at the baby in surprise, “A baby phoenix?”

“It sure is.” Twilight confirmed.

“He's so cute.” Spike marveled, as the phoenix chick chirped.

“Because you hatched him he's now your familiar.” Twilight explained.

“Awesome. I always thought about getting a familiar.”

“They can be very helpful. I have one myself.” Twilight said, as she summoned an owl that perched on her shoulder, “This is Owlowiscious.”

“Hoot!” the owl hooted.

“Cool.” Spike said.

“So, Shenron, what're you going to name him?” Moondancer wondered.

Spike looked down at the phoenix chick before coming to a decision, “Peewee.”

“Huh?” the girls asked.

“I'll call him, Peewee.”

“How'd you come up with that?” Twilight asked.

“It was sort of my nickname when I was a child.”

The phoenix chick dubbed Peewee chirped excitedly, as Moondancer spoke, “It looks like he likes it.”

Spike smiled, and spoke to his new familiar, “We're gonna make one great team you and I.” Twilight and Moondancer smiled, while shedding tears of happiness at such a beautiful sight.

That night back in the real world, Spike walked to Twilight's room. He knocked on it, “Twilight, it's me.”

“Come in.”

Spike entered the room seeing Twilight on her bed. Spike locked the door and spoke, “So what's up?”

“Spike, I'll be honest with you. Ever since you moved in with us, the girls and I have been eager to get to know you more.”

“And you have.” Spike reminded her of the fun they've had inside and outside Eden.

“Yes, but I know the others have gotten to know you more personally. And I want us to share that same kind of experience.” Twilight started undoing her blouse.

Spike watched in surprise, as Twilight opened her blouse up to reveal her breasts contained in a purple bra, 'Oh, man. Bigger than Rainbow's.' he thought to himself.

Twilight removed her blouse completely and tossed it to the floor, “Come over here, Spike,” she rubbed a spot next to her on the bed. Spike walked over and sat down besides her, “Why don't we get this off?” she tugged the bottom of his shirt, “Make you feel comfortable.”

“Sure.” Spike said, as Twilight helped him pull his shirt off and tossed it to the floor.

Twilight ran a hand all over Spike's torso, “Mm, nice muscle tone.”

“Thanks.”

“What do you think of this?” Twilight asked, as she took Spike's hand and placed it on her right breast.

Spike's heart started pounding with excitement, but answered her calmly, “It feels nice.”

“Doesn't it?”

“Yeah.”

“Bet this will feel even better.” Twilight said seductively, as she lean forward and pressed her lips against Spike's.

The two began kissing, with Spike keeping his one hand on Twilight's breast, while caressing her cheek with the other. They made out, until Spike on impulse pushed Twilight down on the bed making him on top. Twilight laid back and wrapped her arms around Spike wanting to keep him close, as they continued to kiss.

'This feels amazing. I'm so glad, we had a chance to get this close.' Twilight thought, as she could feel Spike's tongue intertwine with hers.

'Not only have I had a chance to get a real kiss from all seven of these girls. But I actually have come this far with a few of them,' Spike thought, 'Living here has gotten even better than before.'

Don't miss next time the group has a visit from Principal Celestia's sister Luna who is ready to celebrate her favorite holiday Halloween. And accompanies the girls and Spike in Eden for a little Halloween party at the Haunted Mansion.

One morning at the penthouse, Spike, the girls, and Celestia were busy decorating the place for a party. Spike was helping Twilight and Sunset hang a banner saying 'Welcome Home Luna'.

“So, Twilight, run this by me again,” Spike started, “Luna is Celestia's younger sister?”

“That's right. Usually she's acted as Nurse at school, but in the last two months she's been on temporary leave.”

“Why is that?” Spike inquired, as Sunset answered.

“While Luna is a nurse, she's also a very skilled hacker, and has been traveling around gathering information on Grogar and where he is truly operating. After all operating from Micro Software's company building would be too obvious.”

“I see.”

“Thankfully her mission is over and is ready to resume her work at the school. While she can still operate here with her hacking.” Twilight said.

“What's she like?” the boy asked.

“She's very nice, though her social skills according to Celestia wasn't always perfect.” Sunset explained.

“She also liked to speak in a loud voice a lot to make sure everyone could hear her.” Twilight added, and the two girls giggled.

“But we're sure you'll like her.” Sunset promised.

“If you say so.”

Pinkie looked out the window and gasped, “Here she comes!” the group hid and waited for the right moment.

Suddenly entering the place was a beautiful woman a bit younger than Celestia. She had hair long and wavy dark blue hair hair with light and dark blue streaks. Her attire included dress shoes, dark blue pants, a purple shirt with a white collar that had a crescent moon symbol on it, and a white belt around the lower torso area. And her rack size was an H-cup.

Suddenly part poppers popped and noisemakers sounded, as the group shouted, “Surprise!”

Needless to say the woman looked around in surprise and was overjoyed. Celestia approached and hugged the younger woman, “Welcome back, Luna.”

Luna smiled and returned the hug, “Good to be back, Tia.”

“Luna!” the girls cheered, as they ran over and embraced her.

“Twilight! Sunset! Everyone! It's so good to see you girls again.”

“We really missed you.” Fluttershy said happily.

Celestia smiled seeing her students and sister so happy to see each other before looking over at Spike, “Come over here, Spike.”

Spike approached, as Luna saw the new boy. Celestia turned to her sister and explained things, “Spike, this is my sister Luna Equestrius. Luna, this is Spike Ddraig, the newest student at school and newest member of Team Starswirl.”

Luna got a good look at Spike and she checked him out making the boy blush, “So this is Shenron the Dragon Warrior in Eden?”

“Correct.” Twilight confirmed.

“It's very nice to meet you, Ms. Equestrius.” Spike greeted her respectively, with a shake of her hand.

“And I'm delighted to finally meet you, Mr. Ddraig.”

“Call me Spike.”

“We hope you don't mind, but Pinkie wanted to throw you a welcome home party.” Rainbow told Luna.

“No problem at all. I'd be insulted if she didn't throw one.” Luna replied, as Pinkie smiled knowing how much her parties mean.

“So come on, ya'll. Let's party!” Applejack declared, as everyone cheered.

So the party began with everyone having a good time with enjoying snacks, dancing, and catching up with Luna. Spike was taking this as a good opportunity to get to know the youngest sister.

Spike had been laughing at something humorous Luna shared with him, “Principal Celestia is afraid of chickens?”

Luna giggled, “Oh, yes. She tried chasing some at a farm during a class field trip when we were kids, and the chickens didn't take kindly to it and swarmed her.”

“That does sound bad and funny at the same time.” Spike continued to chuckle.

“So you find that funny, do you?” Celestia spoke up, as she stood behind Spike who gulped.

He turned around and stammered, “I mean in terms of bizarre stuff happening in childhood.”

“I see,” Celestia smirked, “Well, did you know Luna tried getting a tan on the beach and got so sunburned she had to go to the hospital?”

“Get out, seriously?” Spike turned to Luna who looked embarrassed.

“I spent the whole week shedding.”

“You two really are quite the siblings, huh?” Spike asked playfully.

“Well, uh...” the two stammered sheepishly.

“In any case it is good to have you home, Luna.” Celestia said.

“Thank you. And I just had to come home because after all Halloween is coming up. And you know it's my favorite holiday.”

“You a candy girl?” Spike asked.

“That and I love the thrill of scares and fright.” Luna said creepily.

“When we were teenagers, Luna was always regarded as the master of the night and fear.” Celestia explained.

“And I wasn't so easy to scare.” Luna put in.

“Amazing. So fearless.” Spike admired.

“So, Luna, have you found any leads on Grogar's whereabouts?” Celestia inquired.

“Sort of. I learned he doesn't always operate in the same place. He shifts around to other locations. Different buildings in different countries. There's never been a chance to predict where his next location would be.”

Celestia sighed, “Well, at least we know he doesn't stay in one place.”

“I'll continue to run checks on the previous places he's been reported at and see if I can determine a pattern.” Luna offered.

“See that you do, but for now let's just relax. It's a party after all.” Celestia reminded her.

Luna smiled, “Right.” and so they resumed their fun with the teenagers.

That night on the penthouse balcony stood Luna looking out into the city admiring the glow of the lights. Suddenly he felt something placed on her shoulders and saw it was a blanket. She turned and saw Spike standing there.

“Celestia told me you'd be cold.”

“Oh, Spike. Forgive me. I just happen to like looking out into the city at night.” Luna explained.

Spike nodded, “Celestia told me you always loved doing that. And I can't blame you. It is a beautiful sight.” he looked out into the city with her.

“It sure is.” Luna nodded.

“Luna, I know it may be an adjustment for you now that you realize it's not just your sister and the girls living here.”

“Oh, don't worry about a thing, Spike. I'm glad you moved in during my absence,” she replied, “It's always good to have a fresh new face around the penthouse.”

“Thank you.” he noticed Luna giving him bedroom eyes.

“Especially if it's a handsome young man.”

“Uh, thank you?” Spike answered with a blush.

Luna stood before Spike putting her hands on his cheeks, making Spike's blush increase. Suddenly found his face pulled deep into Luna's impressive bust.

“Luna?” he asked with his voice all muffled.

Luna smiled down at Spike, while resting her chin in his hair, “Spike, I look forward to seeing more on you on me and my sisters team.”

“Ahem!” someone spoke up grabbing their attention.

They looked over and saw Celestia standing off to the side giving them a stern look, “Well, good evening, sister.” Luna greeted without a care.

“Luna, that is no way to treat our boy resident.” Celestia told her sibling.

“But he's so adorably handsome, Tia. And I haven't had any contact with boys in months.”

“Luna.” she replied sternly.

Luna pouted, as she released Spike from her embrace allowing him to catch his breath, “Fine. I need to turn in anyway. It was lovely to meet you, Spike. See you tomorrow.” Luna walked back inside, making Celestia sighed.

“I am so sorry about that.”

“No problem. I'm just glad me and Luna are getting along so well for our first meeting.”

“So am I,” Celestia confirmed, “I'm actually glad she was able to make friends with you and the girls as well when they first came together.”

“Really?” Spike asked curiously.

“Yes. Growing up, despite how close we were. We did have an estranged relationship.” Celestia confessed.

“How so?”

“Because I was the oldest I was always regarded as the smartest, prettiest, and most reliable. And all the praise given to me by our family and friends while Luna was around always made her feel inferior to me. Because of that there was a time she completely shut me and everyone else out of her life thinking if we didn't need her then she didn't need us. I tried so many times to reach out for her, but she always ignored it. Until one day I wouldn't back down and she finally unleashed her deep emotions on how she felt about me and always feeling like she'd never amount to anything. I comforted her assuring her she didn't have to be like me and not let what others say about me affect her. It took awhile but she finally came around and opened up to me and everyone else. I had my sister back.”

Spike noticed Celestia smiling knowing how much her sister means to her, “Having siblings isn't always easy. Trust me, growing up with Smolder and Ember wasn't always a picnic. But in the end you're glad you have them in your life.”

“Exactly.” Celestia agreed.

“And I'm glad to see the two of you together again. Now it's like your family is once again truly complete.”

Celestia smiled, as she pulled the same stunt Luna did and held Spike's face deep into her bigger bust, “It's really complete because we have you as part of our family now, Spike.”

“Thank you.” Spike replied all muffled.

Celestia released him and spoke, “We should both turn in. Tomorrow is another day after all.”

“Ain't it the truth.” Spike replied, and the two laughed before heading inside. As they walked, Celestia held Spike close to her, which Spike didn't mind in the slightest.

Just a little intro for Luna before they spend Halloween in Eden, And Spike may have more bonding moments with the two sisters down the line

It was Saturday afternoon Halloween day at the penthouse. The Rainbooms and Spike's place was all decorated for the holiday with bats, witches, and skeletons hanging from the ceiling and walls. Pumpkins were set up carved in the likeness of Spike and the girls Eden avatar faces. Fake spider webs were covering the banister railings. Fake tombstones were set up in a corner like a miniature graveyard. And a couple of fake black cats were set up around the fireplace.

Luna entered the living room before calling up above, “Come on, you guys! The party's gonna start without us.”

Spike and the girls came down the stairs, as Twilight spoke, “Don't worry, we're all set.”

“Halloween in Eden is awesome!” Rainbow said all excited.

“Especially since we're going to one of the best haunted places there.” Pinkie added.

“Well, come on, let's get going.” Spike said, as they all headed for the game room.

Spike, the girls, and Luna took their positions, and dawned their VR goggles, “Here we go!” Applejack called, as they found themselves in Eden.

Spike looked and saw Luna's avatar. She looked like an anthro alicorn pony with a dark blue coat, wavy mane and tail, while wearing silver armor and her rack was about the same size as her actual size.

“Wow, Luna, love the avatar.” Spike said awestruck.

“Thank you. Here I'm called Lunar.”

Spike looked confused, “Kinda not far off from your real name.”

“What can I say? I like to stick to the theme of my name.” Luna shrugged.

“It is such a shame Celestia can't join us.” Rarity sighed.

“You know my sister,” Luna replied, “She doesn't wanna risk appearing here and possibly blow her cover to anyone who may be working for Grogar.”

“We understand.” Twilight answered in sympathy.

“Ok, everyone, let's suit up.” Rarity ordered, as they checked their outfit inventory and swapped their regular attire for costumes.

Twilight was now dressed to look like Dr. Strange, Pinkie Pie was Willy Wonka (first movie), Rainbow was a biker chick, Rarity was dressed as a detective, Sunset was dressed as a Japanese School girl, Fluttershy was dressed as a vampiress, and Applejack was dressed as Wonder Woman.

Luna's costume made her coat look black as night, and dark blue armor, while sporting fangs in her mouth. Spike himself was dressed as a pirate captain.

Spike looked around the girls feeling impressed, “Girls, you all look amazing. Rarity, what sort of detective are you?”

“Call me Shadow Spade, darling.” Rarity winked.

Spike smiled while blushing a tad, before looking at Luna, “Luna, whoa. This is some scary side of you.”

“Thank you. Under this persona, I am Nightmare Moon.” she answered dramatically.

“So, you're a pirate, Spike?” Twilight asked.

“That I am,” Spike began speaking like a pirate, “I be Captain Dragon Fang. Fiercest pirate that ever sailed the Spanish Maine.”

“Well, Captain, if ever ya need a crew, feel free to look us up.” Rarity offered.

“Thank ye, lass.” Spike answered, as the group laughed.

“Ok, let's follow everyone else.” Luna motioned to several more avatars all going through the same world portal.

They followed the crowd and wound up walking through a dark creepy forest, before noticing a pair of black gates up ahead and a Jack-o-lantern with a sign reading the place's name.

“Halloween Town.” Spike said.

“One of the scariest and exciting places in Eden.” Pinkie added.

“Home of the Pumpkin King himself.” Rainbow put in.

As the avatars walked past the gates, several shadows on the walls and tombstones began to sing to the guests.

(This is Halloween)

All the avatars looked around as several monsters, ghosts, ghouls, and goblins joined in the song while marching and dancing around.

Soon the creatures brought in the very same jack-o-lantern on a wooden horse. The jack-o-lantern then came to live and started dancing around before grabbing a torch and set itself on fire. It continued to dance around before diving head first into the fountain. Suddenly emerging from the fountain was the Pumpkin King himself, Jack Skellington.

The skeleton man spread his arms out basking in the applause and cheers of the avatars, before addressing everyone, “Welcome-welcome, one and all!” he laughed joyfully, “Welcome, my friends to Halloween Town. So nice to see how many of you could come here on my favorite and busiest night of the year. Fore this years Halloween Bash, we'll have it all, music, dancing, tricks, and treats. And so much more!”

“Yeah!” the avatars cheered.

“Now everyone follow me.” Jack led the group through the town before coming up on the next best place located in the Halloween world.

“That's the Haunted Mansion.” Spike marveled.

“Quite right, my dragon friend,” Jack confirmed, “A perfect place to host the party this year, wouldn't you say?”

“It's awesome!” Rainbow said in excitement.

Jack led everyone up to the front doors, “Good thing I brought my skeleton key.” he joked.

“Is he going to be making jokes like this all night?” Rarity asked the girls already sounding bored with them.

“Probably.” Applejack replied.

Jack unlocked the mansion doors and opened them allowing himself and the avatars to enter. They looked around the foyer seeing no one, and the whole place was as dark as outside. All they could see was a table in the center with a crystal ball atop it.

“Hello?” Jack called, “Hello?” he received no answered, “Oh, where is everyone? I told them to have this place ready for all of you.”

The avatars were confused, until the crystal ball began to glow and appearing within it was Madame Leota, “Jack Skellington, so nice of you to come.”

“Madame Leota, why is the place not ready for our party?” Jack inquired.

“Ready? Why, Jack, it's always been ready. I just need to summon our spirit friends.” Madame Leota began before chanting.

Serpents and spiders, tail of a rat; call in the spirits, wherever they're at.
Rap on a table; it's time to respond. Send us a message from somewhere beyond.
Goblins and ghoulies from last Halloween: awaken the spirits with your tambourine.
Creepies and crawlies, toads in a pond; let there be music, from regions beyond!
Wizards and witches, wherever you dwell, give us a hint, by ringing a bell!

Suddenly a bell rang, and more instruments began to play music making the avatars look around seeing furniture was levitating up and moving all around before ghosts started emerging from the walls, ceiling, and floor and fly all around. Some avatars were shaking, while Spike and his friends were looking excited.

“Ah, I love this.” Luna said feeling nostalgic about her favorite holiday when celebrated in Eden.

Suddenly the lights came on to reveal the whole mansion was decked out in Halloween decorations. Jack turned to the guests, “And to welcome us. Let's give it up for the Hitchhikers themselves Phineas, Ezra, and Gus!”

Appearing before them were the Hitchhiking ghosts themselves, as Phineas spoke up, “Welcome everyone to our home.”

“We'd like to open the party with a classic number.” Ezra continued.

“Enjoy.” Gus finished, as music began, and the trio began to sing with their fellow ghosts.

(Grim Grinning Ghosts)

The avatars clapped and cheered, as the ghosts finished their number, and Jack announced, “I now declare Eden's Halloween Party open!”

And so the avatars all started wandering about and mingled with each other enjoying the festivities. By one table was Spike and the girls who were looking around.

“This is really something.” Spike told them.

“It certainly is.” Rarity agreed.

“Everyone's sure having fun.” Sunset noticed.

“And how can they not?” Pinkie asked rhetorically.

“These candies are a good health boost.” Rainbow took a piece of candy and ate it restoring some of her health.

Jack took stage and spoke into a mic with the handle looking like a skeleton hand holding the speaker, “Hello, everyone? Having a good time? Excellent, because now we're really going to mash it up, monster movie style! So let's welcome our horrifying guests. Come on out, everyone!”

Stepping out into the open much to everyone's shock were classic horror icons, Freddy Kruegar, Jason Vorhees, Michael Myers, Leatherface, Jigsaw, Ghostface, Pinhead, Pennywise (Remake), and Hannibal Lecter.

“What up, bitches?” Freddy laughed.

“Come on, guys, let's really show them how to party!” Pennywise grinned, while dancing all giddy.

And so music started playing, as the horror icons began dancing around with the avatars who at first were concerned about the icons taking them out while their backs were turned, but trusted Jack's instinct and enjoyed themselves.

(Monster Mash)

As the group danced, Applejack spoke to the girls, “I can't believe we're partying with killers!”

“I know, crazy!” Sunset laughed.

When the all finished their dance number, the avatars cheered, as Spike who was close to the dream killer spoke, “You know you're alright, Freddy. Put 'er, there,” Freddy offered his claw gloved hand, much to Spike's concern, “Your other one.” Freddy pulled his glove back and offered Spike his other hand much to his relief.

Jack soon took the mic again, “Did you like that, huh?” Well, we got more surprises here for you. Coming back from the dead with an entourage of dancers give it up for the king of pop!”

Entering the scene was Zombie Michael Jackson in his Thriller outfit followed by several zombies, “Take it away Michael Jackson!” Jack announced, as the music played.

(Thriller)

As Zombie M.J danced around the avatars while singing, several of the lady avatars couldn't help but feel swooned by him. The Rainbooms however remained totally casual about it. The zombie pop star led all the avatars in the trademark dance sequence with the zombie avatars. When they finished, the zombies lurched away followed by the zombie M.J who nodded to the avatars before taking his leave.

“Now that was a dance.” Twilight panted.

“It sure was.” Spike agreed.

“Ah, this really brings back memories,” Luna sighed in joy, “And with so much new additions added to Eden over the years, this makes it feel more special than ever.” The group smiled seeing Luna having fun.

As everyone relaxed a bit to catch their breath, Jack once again took the mic and addressed everyone, “Alright, everyone. It's Terror Time again, and our next number speaks for itself sung by yours truly.”

(Terror Time Again)

As Jack sang, several of his monsters from Halloween Town appeared and tried scaring the avatars who while frightened were still having fun. Some of the Rainbooms occasionally latched onto Spike if they got a little spooked, but Spike didn't mind at all.

When Jack finished the song, the party-goers cheered as he took a few bows, “Thank you, thank you. And I hope you'll enjoy the rest of our Halloween Bash here in the Haunted Mansion!” he declared as lightning struck and thunder clapped. And so they all partied on, until those who were feeling partied out decided to take their leave. Spike and the girls eventually left, wanting to make sure they had enough time to get some real world Halloween fun in.

Later that night at the penthouse at the table, the group had emptied their bags to reveal the candy they got when they headed out for trick or treating.

“We really scored big this year.” Rainbow said looking at all the treats.

“And actually full sized candy bars.” Pinkie salivated.

“And not the cheap uncommon brand types.” Sunset put in.

“You know, as frightening as the party was in Eden, I actually found it very enjoyable.” Fluttershy told the group.

“Indeed, darling,” Rarity agreed, “And everyone's costumes were just so amazing. They knew exactly what they wanted to be there.”

“And you know what was the best part of this years party?” Twilight asked.

“What's that, Twi?” Applejack asked.

Twilight put an arm around Spike, and answered, “We got to spend it with a new friend.”

“That does make it better.” Fluttershy confirmed.

“It sure does.” Applejack agreed.

Spike smiled, “Thanks, girls. I enjoyed spending Halloween with all of you too. And I look forward to spending more holidays with all of you.”

“So do we, Spike.” Rarity said.

Twilight continued, “Now then, let's take what few candy we want now, and save the rest for later.”

“Oh!” Rainbow and Pinkie groaned.

“No complaining,” Twilight chided them, “We don't want anyone to wake up in the morning sick to their stomachs.” So the girls and Spike chose their candies before stashing the rest away for later.

As they headed for their rooms, Luna spoke to them, “Goodnight, girls, and Spike. Thank you for being with me during my favorite holiday.”

“Any time, Luna.” Twilight replied.

“It was all good fun.” Spike added.

“See you in the morning.” Applejack yawned.

And so the teens turned in, while Luna walked out to the roof and looked out into the city. As she looked up at the full moon, she smiled, and started to howl at it.

Happy Halloween, folks!