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Story by: Superior-Doc-Fossil

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The Elements of Nature, Book 2

Chapter 1, The Avatar State

A few weeks after the Fire Nation attack, Pegasus City is recovering quickly. In Agua’s room, she is holding a picture of her and Sokka with their mother.

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Yesterday, she along with every other pony in Pegasus City attended the funeral of those who died during the siege. Among the ones who attended were the main 6, the Cutie Mark Crusaders, Celestia, Luna, Shining and Cadence. They saved Sokka’s body for last, for if he hadn't sacrificed himself, the Fire Nation would have won and Luna would be dead.

“He was a brave colt, beloved son and brother, and an amazing prince. He was compassionate and caring. We will miss him.” Chief Arnook said when some pegasi carry his body, covered in leather with two rocks hanging. They then dump him into a hole in the ice and cover the hole.

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Back in the present, Agua begins to cry. “First my mother, now my brother. Who's next?” Once she's done, she grabs her saddle bag and begins to pack. She packs some water from the sacred spring, called Spirit Water, which has special properties, including healing. She also takes a water skin, for when she needs to use her waterbending if there is no other water source. She then puts on a blue crystal that looks like her cutie mark, that's tied to a neckless, she then puts it on.

The crystal is the same size as one of the Elements of Harmony’s crystals. “Why am I taking this? I never seen it before last night when I went to bed. Its like I was supposed to have it.” She said as she counties to pack. Once she’s done, Arnook walks in.

“Am I troubling you?”

“No, father, you're not. I just finished packing.” Agua said.

“You forgot your mother’s trident.” Arnook said.

She then turns to see him holding the trident. “Oh ... right. Thanks.”

“Are you really going to do this, Agua?”

“I am. Firebrand and the other Avatars are my duty now. I need to find them if there's a chance we can end this war.” Agua said, getting an understanding nod from Arnook.

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At a balcony, Spitfire is sobbing over what happened to Sokka. She doesn't notice that Rapidfire and Misty Fly are trotting over to her. “Spitfire, are you all right?” Rapidfire asked.

“No. I feel like my heart is nothing but dust.” Spitfire said, heartbroken.

“Do you think Sokka will want to see you this way, a shell of yourself.” Misty Fly said, unable to see her captain like this.

“Your right, Misty Fly. I need to let him go. But, it's so hard.”

“You can do it. You're the bravest and fastest  Pegasus that ever came from Cloudsdale, which is why you the captain of the Wonderbolts.” Rapidfire said.

Rapidfire’s words touched Spitfire, and she realized that she still had loyalties to her friends, to Celestia, to Equestria, to the world. “Your right, Rapidfire. I need to let this go already.”

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Later at the docks, Twilight and Celestia are talking. “I know the risks, but I need to go with him. There is still so much about firebending he doesn't know. I can help him find out.” Twilight said to her former mentor.

“I understand, but the Fire Nation will send assassins to end both, and anypony who is accompanying them.” Celestia said, worried that her newest princess might get killed.

“I don’t care. That Zuko took him twice now, I won’t let him be taken again.” Twilight firmly said.

“Very well then. You can go with your new boyfriend.” Celestia said while smiling.

“Oh thank you Princes...” Twilight then realized what else Celestia said, “He's not my boyfriend!”

Celestia then laughs a little. “My mistake.”

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At the docks, Celestia and Luna are waiting for the others. “Are you sure they should go to Omashu?” Luna asked her sister.

“I’m sure Twilight and her friends can handle Bumi and his crazy ways.” Celestia said when the main 6, the Cutie Mark Crusaders, Firebrand, and Agua are coming. Celestia then notices Agua’s neckless. “Where did you get that, Agua?”

“I don’t know. I found it this morning when I woke up. I wasn't sure what it is, but It seamed familiar to me.” Agua answered.

“I’ve seen that before.”

“You have?” Agua asked.

“Yes, after you and Firebrand left, Bastion Yorsets found an old scroll that had a diagram that showed that very same crystal. It also showed 5 others, but only 4 of them he could tell what they were. One of them also looks like Firebrand’s cutie mark if I remember right.” Celestia said, getting different reactions from the group.

“Say what now?” Fire’ said.

“Where is this scroll?” Twilight asked.

“He and a team are translating it now.” Luna said.

“We should get going.” Celestia said as she gets onto a boat with a launchpad for the chariot, followed by the others. Not long after, Celestia gets a note from Bastion, along with Spike, who’s out cold.

“Spike!?” A surprised Rarity said as Celestia reads the note.

“What does it say?” Twilight asked.

“It appears the scroll tells the location of the Avatars.” Celestia said. “It looks like the next Avatar is somewhere in Geo Firma. It also says that Spike wanted to come, and he sent him also. Apparently, it took it’s tool on the little dragon.” Celestia said as Twilight places Spike on her back.

“He should be fine.” Twilight said as Spike begins to snore loudly.

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Later that night, Fire’ is running about the opened fields near Canterlot and finds the spot where Twilight used the revilement spell. But instead of the pentagram, he sees his own self in the Avatar State. The personage of himself turns to glare at him angrily, which terrifies Firebrand as wind blows past him. He then sees the others, watching the Avatar State Firebrand send a forceful gust of wind that blows the real Firebrand back. He falls into the room in the Fire Temple he had visited to speak to Roku.

The doors to the room open and shows the personage of Fire’ in the Avatar State, who breathes fire and splits the floor in half. The real Fire’ falls through and lands on a Fire Navy ship in the Southern seas, where he sees Agua in the Avatar State bring up the giant wall of water, before a blinding white appears.

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Fire’ then wakes up with a slight scream, then and leaves the room where the gang is sleeping, exiting through a stairway. Twilight wakes up due to the noise and catches sight of him. “Firebrand...” a confused Twilight said as she gets up ad follows him. Twilight finds Fire’ at the deck of the ship as it sails the pacific to Geo Firma. “Do you want to talk?” she asked.

“Nah, it was just a nightmare.” Fire’ said as he looks at some Blue Whales in the distance. “I was in the Avatar State, but I was outside my body watching myself. It was ... terrifying.” Fire’ said as he closes his eyes while Twilight puts her hoof on his shoulder.

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The next morning, Twilight, her friends, the CMC (who somehow persuaded their sisters to let them join them), Firebrand and Agua are about ready to fly, with Luna and Celestia deciding to return home to Canterlot. “Fly straight to the Geo Firman base to the east of here,” a Pegasus with a navy blue coat, a light blue-grey mane, yellow eyes and a water drop for a cutie mark said. “General Fong will give you an escort to Omashu. There, you will be safe to begin your search for the next Avatar with King Bumi,” He said as he gives his granddaughter, Agua, a map. “Before you leave, I want to give you this, Agua,” Pakku said as he holds up some kind of flask to Agua.

“This amulet contains water from the Spirit Oasis. The water has unique properties. Don't lose it.” The old Pegasus said as Agua takes the amulet.

“Thanks, Grandpa Pakku.” Agua said as she gives him a slight hug. The Wonderbolts, with the chariot in tow, then fly off for the mainland.

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In a village, Iroh is lying on a table, getting a relaxing massage at a resort. “This is what I've missed. Who knew floating on a piece of driftwood for three weeks with no food or water, and vultures waiting to pluck out your liver could make one so tense?” He then looks at a clearly unhappy Zuko and walks over to him. “I see. It's the anniversary, isn't it?”

“Fifteen years ago today I was banished” Zuko bitterly said. “I lost it all, and I want it back. I want one of the Avatars. I want my honor and my throne. I want my father not to think I'm worthless.” He then looks on regretfully.

“I'm sure he doesn't. Why would he banish you if he didn't care?” Zuko then walks away. “That came out wrong, didn't it?”

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On a Fire Nation ship, several Earth ponies in full body armor bow as a royal carriage is brought out. Within the carriage is Princess Azula, the daughter of Ozai, niece of Iroh and sister of Zuko. She then steps out of the carriage and walks down the line of soldiers. “My brother and uncle have disgraced the Fire Lord, and have brought shame on all of us. You might have mixed feelings about attacking members of the Royal Family, I understand, but I assure you, if you hesitate, I will not hesitate to bring you down. Dismissed.”

The soldiers then leave as the captain then runs up to her. “Princess, I'm afraid the tides will not allow us to bring the ship into port before nightfall.”  The Captain said.

“I'm sorry, Captain, but I do not know much about the tides. Could you explain something to me?” Azula said to him.

“Of course, Your Highness.” The Captain said.

“Do the tides command this ship?”

“I'm afraid I don't understand.”

“You said the tides will not allow us to bring the ship in.” She then begins to speck in a sharper tone. “Do the tides command this ship?”

“No, Princess.”

“And if I were to throw you overboard, would the tides think twice about smashing you against the rocky shore?”

“No, Princess.” He worriedly answered.

“Well, then maybe you should worry less about the tides who have already made up their mind about killing you, and worry more about me, who's still mulling it over.”

“I'll pull us in.” He then leaves, running more than walking.

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Meanwhile, in the skies above Geo Firma, the group are flying over some mountains. “There it is!” Rapidfire called out as he points to the base in question.

Once they land at General Fong's base, he and his soldiers are waiting for them. “Welcome, Avatar Firebrand and Avatar Agua!” General Fong, a Unicorn with a light green coat, a brown mane and tail like Shining Armor’s, and crossed swords for a cutie mark, said once the group stretch a little. “I am General Fong, and welcome, to all of you great heroes! The great Wonderbolts, honest Applejack, Apple Bloom, loyal Rainbow Dash, Scootaloo, generous Rarity, Sweetie Belle, laughing Pinkie Pie, kind Fluttershy, the mighty Twilight Sparkle...”

“Mighty Twilight Sparkle? I like that.” A pleased Twilight said as fireworks go off behind them.

“Not bad, not bad.” Rainbow said as they view the display.

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Later, inside the base, General Fong and the team are sitting in a spacious discussion room. “Avatar Agua, we were all amazed at the stories of how you singlehandedly halted an entire Fire Navy fleet at the South Pole.” Fong said as he strokes his beard. “I can't imagine what it feels like to wield such devastating power. It's an awesome responsibility.”

“We try not to think about it too much.” Fire’ casually said, speaking both for him and Agua.

“Avatars, you're ready to face the Fire Lord now.” Fong calmly said, shocking the two.

“What? No were not!” Agua said.

“They still need to master their elements and fond the other Avatars.” Twilight pointed out.

“Why?” Fong asked. “With the kind of power they posses, power enough to destroy hundreds of battle ships in a matter of minutes, just one of them could defeat the Fire Lord now!”

“But sir, the thing is, Fire’ and Agua can only do those things when one of them is in the Avatar State.” Fluttershy said.

“See, it's this special state where--”

“I'm well aware!” Fong sharply said. “Your eyes, mane, tail and hoofs glow and you're able to summon unbelievable power. Without you, we'd be slaughtered before we even reach their shores.” Fong said as he looks at map and guides hoof from the location of the base to the site of the Fire Nation Capital. “But with you leading the way, as the ultimate weapons, we could cut a swath right through to the heart of the Fire Nation.”

“Right, but, we don't know how to get in or out of the Avatar State, much less what to do once we’re there.” Fire’ said.

“So, it's decided then. I'll help you figure out how to get into the Avatar State and then the two of you face your destinies.” Fong said.

At this, the entire group gets up. “No, nothing's decided.” Twilight angrily said. “We already have a plan. Fire’ and Agua are pursuing their destinies their way.”

“Well, while you take your time learning the elements and running around on a wild goose chase, the War goes on. May I show you something?” Fong asked, Fire’ and Agua, and leads them to a window. “That's the infirmary, down there, and those soldiers are the lucky ones.” Fong said as they see several soldiers who are injured and walking slowly, some of them missing limbs.

“They came back. Every day, the Fire Nation takes lives. People are dying, you two! You could end it, now. Think about it.” Agua and Fire’ then leave, slightly unsure.

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Out in the open ocean, on Azula's ship, she is training. She stands perfectly straight, holding a small gun that's white with red lines in her hoof. Two really old, around Granny Smith’s age, twin yellow Earth pony mares, who’s names are Lo and Li, are sitting, overseeing her training. Azula then aims her gun toward the sky and fires, generating lightning and firing a large bolt into the sky. “Almost perfect” Lo said.

“One hair out of place.” Li said.

The hair in question is right between her eyes, she the loose strand of hair away. “Almost isn't good enough!” She said as she repeats her actions, generating lightning again and firing it off into the distance.

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Meanwhile in the village, Iroh suddenly wakes up from a nap, sits up and stares at the ocean with curiosity.

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Back at Fong’s base, it’s nightfall as Agua enters Fong’s discussion room. “General Fong?”

“Come in, Agua.” Fong said. “Have you thought about our discussion?”

“I'm in. I'll fight the Fire Lord.” Agua said.

“What about Firebrand?” Fong asked.

“I don’t know.” She admitted.

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Later, Agua enters a room with several plain beds, where the team is resting for the night. She then sits on one such bed. “I told the general I'd help him, by going into the Avatar State.” She said.

“Agua, no! This is not the right way!” Fire’ said as he gets up.

“Why not?” Rainbow asked. “Remember when she took out the Fire Navy? She was incredible!”

“She didn't take out the fleet.” Fire’ pointed out. “She just showed them the power of water, which was enough to make them retreat.”

“He’s right.” Twilight said as she gets up. “And besides, there's a right way to do this. Practice, study, and discipline!”

“You speak from experience, Dear.” Rarity said.

“Yeah, there’s that, or just glow it up and stop that Fire Lord.” Pinkie said.

“If you knuckleheads heads want to throw away everything we've worked for, fine, go ahead and glow it up!” Fire’ said as he, Twilight, Applejack and Rarity storm off.

“Guys, I'm just being realistic! I don't have time to do this the right way! Especially since Sozin’s Comet will be here in two years!” Agua defended.

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The next day, Fong, the team, and another soldier are sitting in an outdoor room, with the soldier pouring some tea. “This rare chi-enhancing tea is a natural stimulant.” The solder said as he places a white flower in the cup, completing it. “In an ordinary warrior, it improves strength and energy tenfold. In you, it may induce the Avatar State.” He said as he gives Agua the tea.

“Tenfold energy, huh?” Agua said as she drinks the tea, causing her eyebrows to twitch slightly. Two-seconds later, Agua is running rapidly on walls, hyper from the energy boost. “Isitworking?Isitworking?Ican'ttell!

SomeponytellmeifI'mintheAvatarState'causeIdon'thaveagoodviewofmyself!AmItalkingtooloud?” She quickly said in a high-pitched voice.

“I guess we could give that tea to Pinkie and she could talk the Fire Lord to death.” Rainbow suggested as Agua hits a pillar and falls backward.

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Later at a dimly lit room, where Agua is standing, wearing an outfit consisting of a Water Tribe cloak, an Earth Kingdom hat with leaves coming out of the top, part of a Fire Nation soldier outfit, an Air Nomad monk robe, a Lightning Warrior helmet and what appears to be a belt. “What is she wearing?” Rarity said with a gag.

“She is wearing a ceremonial piece of clothing from each of the bending nations.” An oracle said. “Now I will join five of the six elements into one! Water,” pours a jug of water into the bowl, “earth,” pours in a bowl of dirt, “fire,” takes nearby torch and throws it in, “lightning,” puts in an active plasma globe, causing a small explosion of plasma, “air!” releases a gust of air from wooden contraption. “Five elements together as one!” The oracle then raises the bowl and flings the contents at Agua, coating her in mud and a few broken pieces of glass.

“This is just mud and burnt glass!” An annoyed Agua said.

“So ... do you feel anything?” Fong quizzically asked, only for Agua to toss some of the mud into his face, which he quickly wipes away while Rainbow laughs. “We have to find a way.”

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At Zuko and Iroh's place of stay, the room dark inside as the two walk in, with Iroh dropping a bag, which several various shells fall from. Iroh then begins picking up and examining the different shells, starting with a small conch. “Look at these magnificent shells! I'll enjoy these keepsakes for years to come.”

“We don't need anymore useless things! You forget, we have to carry everything ourselves now!” Zuko pointed out as he turns on the lights.

That's when they see a very unpleasant sight: Azula. “Hello, brother. Uncle.”

“What are you doing here?” Zuko said angrily.

“In my country, we exchange a pleasant hello before asking questions. Have you become uncivilized so soon, Zuzu?”

“Don't call me that!”

“To what do we owe this honor?” Iroh said, who is clearly upset.

“Hmmm ... must be a family trait. Both of you so quick to get to the point.” She said as she breaks a shell her hoof was above. “I've come with a message from home. Father's changed his mind. Family is suddenly very important to him.

He's heard rumors of plans to overthrow him; treacherous plots. Family are the only ones you can really trust. Father regrets your banishment. He wants you home.” Azula said, but gets a few moments of silence.

“Did you hear me? You should be happy. Excited. Grateful. I just gave you great news.” Azula said to her older brother.

“I'm sure your brother simply needs a moment.” Iroh said.

“Don’t interrupt uncle!” A furious Azula shouted. “I still haven't heard my thank you.” Azula said, getting annoyed. “I'm not a messenger. I didn't have to come all this way.”

“Father regrets? He ... wants me back?” A surprised Zuko said

“I can see you need time to take this in. I'll come to call on you tomorrow. Good evening.” Azula said as she exits, leaving Zuko to ponder what has just been said.

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Meanwhile, at Fong's base, Agua is watching the sunset over in the horizon, when Twilight and Fire’ walk up. “Can we talk about something?” Fire’ asked.

“Sure.” Agua said.

“You do remember when your mother dies in front of you? Right?” Fire’ said.

“Right.”

“It must have been so horrible and traumatic for you. And when you began to remember her during the Siege of the South, we saw you get so upset that you weren't even you anymore.”

“We’re not saying the Avatar State doesn't have incredible and helpful power ... but you have to understand ... for those who love you, watching you be in that much rage and pain is really scary.” Twilight said, remembering when she casted the spell on Fire’ that started all of this.

“I'm really glad you told me that.” Agua said. “But I still need to do this.”

“I don't understand.” An upset Fire’ said.

“No, you don't.” Agua said. “Every day, more and more people die. Defeating the Fire Lord is the only way to stop this war. I have to at least try!”

“I can't watch you do this to yourself. I'm not coming tomorrow.” Fire’ said as he leaves, followed by Twilight. 

“Good night.” Twilight said to Agua.

“Good night.”

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Back to Zuko and Iroh's house, it’s now nightfall as Zuko packs some of his remaining belongings. “We're going home! After 15 long years, it's unbelievable!” Zuko said to his uncle, who’s staring out the window thoughtfully.

“It is unbelievable. I have never known my brother to regret anything.” Iroh pointed out.

“Did you listen to Azula? Father's realized how important family is to him! He cares about me!” An irritated Zuko said.

“I care about you! And if Ozia wants you back, well, I think it may not be for the reasons you imagine.”

“You don't know how my father feels about me. You don't know anything!”

“Zuko, I only meant that in our family, things are not always what they seem.”

“I think you are exactly what you seem! A lazy, mistrustful, shallow old stallion who's always been jealous of his brother!” Zuko yelled as he storms off, leaving a sadden Iroh.

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Meanwhile, Firebrand is caught in another dream. The dream takes place in the Everfree Forest rivers on Zuko's ship, where the Avatar State Firebrand rises from the water, riding a water vortex. The personage lands on deck and sweeps away the real Fire’ with waterbending. The personage then turns to Zuko and performs a downward, cutting motion...

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Suddenly, Fire’ wakes up, panting. “I can’t let this go on.”

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The next morning, Zuko is getting ready to return home. He descends a stone staircase, carrying his bags. “Wait!” Iroh called as he runs down the stairs after Zuko. “Don't leave without me!”

At this, Zuko turns around and smiles. “Uncle! You've changed your mind!”

“Family sticks together, right?” Iroh said as they resume their decent.

“We're finally going home!” Zuko said as they see Azula’s ship in the harbor, but Iroh just looks at the ship with suspicion.

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Meanwhile, in Fong’s discussion room, “The thing is, I don't think we'll ever be able to trigger the Avatar State for either of us on purpose. So I guess that's it.” Fire’ humbly said to Fong, as Agua and the others (minus Twilight) enter, hearing Fire’s point.

“You sure I can't change your mind?” Fong calmly said.

“I'm sure.” Fire’ said as Agua stands beside him. “We can only reach the Avatar State when we’re in genuine danger.”

“I see.” Fong said. “I was afraid you'd say that.” Fong then kicks his entire desk at the two Avatars, sending them soaring across the room. The others attempt to help, but they’re held down by some soldiers. The impact sends Fire’ and Agua crashing through the wall and flying out of the building. Luckily, Agua catches Fire’ before he hits the ground.

The two then look up and Fong walking over toward the hole that was created from the impact and points to them. “Troops! Attack the Avatars!” Fire’ and Agua are then surrounded by several Geo Firman soldiers as Fong jumps out of the building and caught by two Pegasi, taking out a pistol and sends a wave of bullets at the two, but Fire’ creates a shield and blocks it.

“What are you doing?” an alarmed Agua asked the crazy general.

“I believe we're about to get results.” Fong slyly said as the Unicorn soldiers prepare to fire giant coins at the two Avatars using magic. Fire’ and Agua avoid two oncoming coins and soars in the air parallel to the ground between two more coins that are thrown at them and land safely on the ground.

“We’re not your enemy! We won't fight you!” Fire’ said as Agua takes him and jumps into the air as four more coins are sent their way, crashing into each other. As they begin their descent, another giant coin is sent skidding toward them, crashing into one of the four stationary coins. The two land on the ground where the coin was standing just moments ago. Two of the other stationery coins are closed together.

Fire’ and Agua are now trapped inside the holes of the coins, rolling speedily away. An Earth pony breaks the coins, crumbling them to bits. Fire’ and Agua land on the ground, rise and face the rest of the soldiers. Meanwhile, the others are still being held down by the soldiers, but Rainbow raises her hoofs and steps on their hoofs forcefully. The two soldiers release their grip and fall forward onto the ground in pain, which the others do, they then run away to help Fire’ and Agua.

Outside, Agua narrowly avoids two more coins sent at her, one flying above, one flying below. Two more coins are sent from the opposite sides of the ring, threatening to crush her. Agua manages to escape by dodging through the holes in the coins just as they collide together and fall to the ground. Rocketing in the air using firebending, Fire’ zigzags past several soldiers who attempt to slow him down by conjuring up brick walls in his path. Two Pegasus soldiers chase after him as Fire’ flies past and scales up the wall of the base.

As he's rocketing up the wall, the two soldiers are following him in hot pursuit. Fire’ narrowly dodge two spears coming his way. He falls to the ground as the two soldiers land on the wall and descend to the ground after him. Fire’ somersaults forward as he avoids their spear attacks yet again and lands onto the ground, a giant coin embedded into it. The coin is suddenly sent upward and dragged forward, Fire’ being trapped in its hole as the coin lands in front of Fong. “You can't run forever!”

“You can't fight forever!” Fire’ said to Fong, who leaps forward and crushes the coin, just as Agua flies in and gets Fire’ away.

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Meanwhile, Zuko and Iroh are approaching Azula's ship, with Azula standing quietly on top of a ramp leading up to the ship. Royal Procession guards are standing on either side of them as they walk, forming an aisle. Iroh averts his eyes suspiciously between the guards as they reach the ship and bow as the guards behind them then walk forward and close the aisle. “Brother, Uncle, welcome! I'm so glad you decided to come.” Azula said to the two.

At this, Iroh opens his eyes slightly and casts a suspicious glance at the guards. “Are we ready to depart, Your Highness?” The captain asked Azula.

“Set our course for home, captain.” Azula sweetly said.

“Home.”

The captain then walks up the ramp and raising his hoof in gesture. “You heard the princess! Raise the anchors! We're taking the prisoners home!” The captain then widens his eyes in realization at his mistake as Azula expresses a look of surprise, then fury. “Your Highness, I...” He nervously began, only for Azula to take out a flamethrower and, using blue fire, uses it to incinerate the captains head off.

At this, Iroh, who narrows his eyes, suddenly begins attacking the guards. He pushes them off the edge of the walkway and sends fire blasts their way as Zuko stomps furiously up the ramp and throws whats left of the captain off. “You lied to me!” Zuko yelled.

“Like I've never done that before.” Azula smugly said as she turns her back to him and walks away, as two guards standing near her shoot their flamethrowers at Zuko, who ducks and charges onto the ship after Azula.

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Back to Fire’ and Agua, the two avoid three coins that slam onto the ground, threatening to crush them. They run as another coin rolls their way. Meanwhile, at the helicopter launch pad, Twilight and the Wonderbolts are busy packing, when they begin to hear the nose from the fight. “I wonder what crazy thing they're trying to do now.” Spitfire said as she places her saddlebag in the chariot.

They then hear feel the rumble from the fight, which makes them worried. “Maybe I should just make sure Fire’s okay.” Twilight said as she flies to the fight, followed by the Wonderbolts. They reach the edge of the arena and sees that Fong and his troops are attacking Fire’ and Agua. She then sees her friends and flies toward them, avoiding some coins along the way. “What's going on?” Twilight frantically asked.

“The general's gone crazy!” Rainbow answered. “He's trying to force either Agua or Fire’ into the Avatar State!” At this, Twilight runs into the arena and takes out some of the soldiers using a knockout spell. Rainbow then flies up and heads toward Twilight, taking some of the weapons of the soldiers along the way, while the others, particularly Applejack, buck any soldiers near them. Fong then summons several giant coins, and rolls them toward Twilight before coming to a standstill.

Fong then looks back at Firebrand, who has managed to escape up a stairway. “Maybe you can avoid me ... but she can't.” Fong said as he casts a spell to begin sinking her into the ground. Twilight twists around, and is buried knee-deep at her back legs.

“I can't move!” Twilight said as she tries to break free.

“Don't hurt her!” A worried Fire’ called out as he leaps onto the ground and sends a blast of fire at Fong, who summons a magic shield to block the attack. Fong then sinks Twilight into the ground further, this time burying her waist deep. The others see this, but they can’t get to Twilight due to the soldiers following Fong’s orders. “Stop this, you have to let her go!” Fire’ desperately said.

“You could save her if you were in the Avatar State!” Fong yelled.

“I'm trying ... I'm trying!” Fire’ said as tears form in his eyes.

“Firebrand, I'm sinking!” Twilight frantically said as she twists around again and is buried chest deep.

“I don't see glowing!” A demanding Fong yelled as Twilight becomes buried neck-deep.

“Please!” A desperate Twilight begged.

“You don't need to do this!” Fire’ begged.

“Apparently, I do” Fong scornfully said as he casts the spell again, sinking Twilight completely. She cries out in fear before being completely buried in the ground as Fire’ leaps forward and attempts to save her, however, he falls short. Just then, Fire’s his mane and tail begin to glow orange. He turns his head to face Fong, the Avatar State now triggered.

“It worked! It worked!” Fong triumphantly said, only for a air blast sent his way does his triumphant expression soon becomes one of fear as he realizes the situation. Fire’ then performs the downward cutting motion he saw in his dreams and pushes Fong back with a powerful blast of air. Fong lands roughly on the ground as Fire’ begins rising on an earth vortex.

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Meanwhile, Zuko leaps onto the deck of the ship and pushes the two guards off the ship and lands on deck. Azula is standing patiently several meters away, her back turned to him. Azula just smirks as Zuko takes out two daggers. Meanwhile, Iroh continues to attack the guards on the walkway. He pushes several guards away and grabs one and wrestles him.

“Zuko! Let's go!” Iroh yelled as he hurls the guard over the edge and steps to the side to avoid another guard's attack. Unfortunately, Zuko charges at Azula with his daggers and attempts to strike Azula, only for the princess to acutely dodge all of his blows. She continues to smirk at her brother as Zuko keeps attacking and Azula keeps avoiding. Zuko brings down his hoof hand to land another blow, however, Azula manages to push him away.

“You know, Father blames Uncle for the loss of the South Pole. And he considers you a miserable failure for not finding the Avatars!” Azula said to a heavily panting Zuko. “Why would he want you back home, except to lock you up where you can no longer embarrass him?” Zuko then leaps into the air and sends his daggers at Azula, who jumps and lands safely on the deck several meters away.

Zuko charges at her as she rises to her hoofs. After dodging several more attacks, she manages to scrape his forehead with his own dagger, leaving a large scratch mark on his temple. Zuko falls back a few meters from the impact and yells as he charges at her again. The two continue to duel, eventually making their way up a stairway that leads to the central control area of the ship as Azula manages grab hold of Zuko's arm. A few seconds pause as the two stand silently, Zuko widening his eyes in alarm.

Azula then knocks him to his hoofs with her blue fire flamethrower. Zuko lands roughly at the bottom of the stairwell. Azula then takes her lightning gun and prepares to fire at a stunned Zuko. She’s about to attack and fire the bolt at her brother, only for Iroh to step in suddenly, grab hold of her gun and redirects the lightning, causing it to strike a far-off cliff side. He then bends her downward and kicks her off the ship. Iroh then takes Zuko and the two run away from the ship.

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Back at Fong's base, Fire’ is rising on the earth vortex, still under the control of the Avatar State. “Avatar Firebrand! Can you hear me?” A pleading Fong began to say. “Your friend is safe!” The crazy Unicorn said as he brings Twilight back above ground, who looks up at Fire’ in misery.

“It was just a trick to trigger the Avatar State ... AND IT WORKED!” Fire’ then swivels about on the vortex and lands on the ground forcefully, causing a flurry of dust to spread. Fong is sent back several meters back while Twilight remains rooted to the ground where she was. The soldiers see the torrent of dust rumbling their way. After the dust clears, the ground is broken and in ruins.

“Agua, you got to stop Fire’!” Applejack yelled to the Water Avatar, who nervously nods a yes and flies into the vortex, and grabs Fire,’ still under the influence of the Avatar State.

“Fire’! You have to st--” But before Agua could finished, she too enters the Avatar State, her mane, tail, hoofs and eyes glowing a light blue.

“Great, not their both unstoppable forces of nature.” Rainbow said as she and Scootaloo take cover behind some rubble.

Just then, both Fire’ and Agua’s spirit leave their bodies and rise into the air. “What’s going on?” A surprised Fire’ asked as Roku's dragon, Fang, passes by, with Avatar Roku riding on top of the beast, who puts Agua and Fire’ on it’s back.

“It's time you learned,” Roku said to the two Avatars as they fly higher above the dusty clouds.

“About what?” Agua asked.

“About the Avatar State,” Roku said as they see many small figures floating in the distance. “The Avatar State is a defense mechanism, designed to empower you with the skills and knowledge of all the past Avatars,” Roku said as he shows them a Pegasus mare Avatar, who stands surrounded by rocky mountain terrain. Her eyes glow for a moment and she assumes a fighting stance. She then performs a series of moves which cause the two giant statues to rise into the air, and sends them flying. “The glow is the combination of all your past lives, focusing their energy through your body,” Roku said as he shows them a stallion Earth pony Avatar, riding on top of a raft in the middle of the ocean.

His eyes glow momentarily before he raises his arms and summons a gigantic tsunami-like wave. Roku then shows them a Unicorn mare Avatar, who is standing in a grassy field surrounded by trees. Her eyes glow briefly as she swings her arms and swivels around, conjuring powerful winds. The wind is so strong that the forest is blown violently and some trees are uprooted. “In the Avatar State, you are at your most powerful,” Roku said as he shows them a stallion Alicorn Avatar, who summons a powerful thunderstorm, with tornados forming as lightning crashes, “but you are also at your most vulnerable.”

“What do you mean?” Fire’ asked.

“If one of you is killed in the Avatar State, the reincarnation cycle will be broken and the Avatar of that element will cease to exist.” Roku said as the two return to their bodies, surrounded by a dome of air. Both Fire’ and Agua’s spirits are brought back to their physical selves and they exit the Avatar State. They then fall to the ground, weak as Fire’ surveys the damage he caused to the base. It’s in ruins, houses destroyed and the giant coins flung about. Twilight, completely unharmed from the whole ordeal, runs up to Fire’ and hugs him.

“I'm sorry, Twilight.” Fire’ regretfully said as the others (minus Rainbow), walk up. “I hope you never have to see me like that again.”

“Ha! Are you joking? That was almost perfect! We just have to find out a way to control you when you're like that.” Fong triumphantly, then thoughtfully said.

“You're out of your mind!” A clearly angry Fire’ said.

“I guess we'll figure it out on the way to the Fire Nation.” Fong said, only to have Rainbow to sneak up behind him and bonk him on the head with a large club, which knocks him out cold.

“Anypony got a problem with that?” Rainbow asked the soldiers, who shake their heads, saying no.

“Do you still want an escort to Omashu?” A soldier asked.

“I think we're all set.” An annoyed Agua said as the group gets onto the chariot and takes off. Soon, Spike wakes up.

“W-Who? What? Where? Why?” He quickly said as he looks around and sees the tired group. “Did I miss anything?”

“Not much, Spike.” Twilight said to her assistant.

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At the resort Iroh and Zuko were at, Azula is standing on the balcony of one of the residential buildings, with two Royal Procession guards standing behind to protect her. Azula then holds up wanted poster, with her brother and uncle on it. “Anyone who harbors these traitors will face the wrath of the Fire Lord!” She yelled, causing the residents to cower in fear. “There will be no place left to hide!”

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Meanwhile, by a riverside, Zuko and Iroh are running frantically. The two finally stop  at a riverbank and fall to the ground, catching their breaths. “I think we're safe here.” Iroh said as Zuko pulls out a small dagger. Iroh, who closes his eyes, knows his nephew's next actions.

He casts a look at Zuko, who holds the knife under his ponytail, and slices it off with the knife. Zuko holds it in his hoof and looks at it for a moment before passing the knife to Iroh, who cuts off his topknot. Zuko then drops his ponytail in the river, while Iroh does the same with his topknot. The see the two topknots float down the river as they stand quietly on the bank.