"-I hired you become I believe you are able. It doesn't matter if you're a human and I'm elf.
-Alright, tell me, what's my reward then?
-... I chose you because i believe this mission will be the key to your problems. I know for a fact that during this, you will find your place, you will find a place to call home.
-You're no prophet, you can't solve my problems.
-I am just like you; a wanderer, who has sought aimlessly for an answer, the only true thing left for me to hold onto. If you are truly desperate for a physical reward, then I can promise you mountains and mountains of gold.
-Alright, deal. Oh! Before I leave, tell me where I am going and what I am looking for.
-The Heart of Time, a precious heirloom, given to me by my father. It holds an incredible power and can be dangerous if placed in the wrong hands. We have reason to believe the thief isn't a humanoid creature, and may have escaped into an alternate dimension. We have currently code-named it "Equestria".
-... You said you were like me but just what are you?
-I am their King of course. Now Horus, bearer of the Eyes, pass through this portal and retrieve the Heart of Time.

As the human silhouette was engulfed by the blue portal, the elf, sitting in a large golden, throne-like chair whispered: "If you come back, that means you have failed. You don't belong here as a human and deep down inside, you know that. Your true role is over there, as an alicorn, creature of legends."

"Aren't you afraid of this task?" Saevin, a silver alicorn with a long, white mane slowly walked towards the shore. Dripping wet, he spread his wings and shook himself dry. Their surroundings were peaceful. A gentle wind swept across the meadow. The birds whistled a pleasant tune. There were no clouds in the sky, the stream was of a clear blue shade and flowers of various colors bloomed. Somewhere along this path was Ponyville, a small village filled with interesting, but welcoming characters. Horus' fur shone brightly, almost like a second sun. His emerald eyes were filled with determination.

The two trotted down the road. When they finally reached the village, it was already sunset. They quickly blended into the crowd of ponies, anxious to meet other alicorns besides their monarchs. At night, the bearer's fur became the color of sand. THis change also occured when in the right conditions. But now, he was faraway from the arid lands of Memphillies. For a brief moment, he forgot about his mission. For a brief moment, he felt happiness for the first time. That sensation didn't last however.

The soil was painted with the blood of the fallen guards. High up in the sky, Discord's flames rained upon this small town, consuming everything in its way. Celestia had retreated from battle. Shortly after her sister was impaled in front of her eyes, a great barrier of fire cut them apart from one another. While running away, she saw her lifeless sister lying somewhere beyond her reach. Even if she insisted on going back, the guards would not obey. Canterlot wasn't any better either, which is why they insisted on her returning home, to fight alongside her people. Applejack watched in horror as her beloved home burned to the ground, leaving behind nothing but ashes. Big Mac had tranquilized Applebloom to save her from the scars of war. Injured but determined, the Apple family led the citizens out of the burning city. Just when all hope seemed lost, a blinding ray of light tore the red skies apart. Two alicorns were seen, charging towards their enemy. Equestria was blessed with two new heroes.

"Saevin, hurry! I can't hold this thing any longer!" The silver alicorn used all his might to create a large orb, floating inches above his horn. Unfortunately, Discord Dragon's right claw broke free from the magical shackles. The beast then crushed Saevin in his palm. The sounds of his bones smashed into pieces fed his anger like oil feeds fire. The creature opened his palm, attempting to devour his remains, but there was nothing there. From behind, a large blade sliced off his entire arm. A shockwave of green blood ensued, and the streets of Ponyville were flooded by the acidic liquid, melting away the buildings. Saevin, immune to the effects of the dragon's blood, drove his horn through Discord's eyes. Nothing sufficed; the dragon seemed unstoppable.

"-Do you see now, equines? There is only ONE king; ME!
-Tsk! There are no kings and no slaves. There are only three creatures; you, me and Horus.
-There is no one left to admire your splendor because nobody did in the first place."

Discord flew higher and higher. He spread his wings real wide and declared himself new king of Equestria, no, the world. He then shot a massive ball of blaze down towards the ground. Saevin shattered the projectile with his horn. A massive heatwave swept across the surrounding areas. The vile creature's massive limbs briefly covered the light of twilight. His moment of glory was short lived. Behind him, Horus held a massive orb of light at the tip of his hooves. In a matter of seconds, this would all be over.

"Fool!" he cried, "In your vanity, you have flown to close to the sun!" The silver stallion charged underneath its scales. At last, the stallion had pierced through its scales. Horus unleashed the second sun.

"-Now Discord, the wax on your wings is gone. Plunge to your doom!
-Not before I take you two with me!
-!"

I will always stand by you, master, whatever the cost may be. Since you first summoned me, all those years ago, I have stood loyally by your side. All these insignificant others I had met before are powerless before your might, before your bravery. These other cowards fled, or treated me as a slave. You, on the other hand, have treated me as a friend. The contract we have together will break at your command, until then, I shall stand by you as your shadow. Even after the checkmate, when countless corpse dirty the battlefield, when your magnificent crown lies shattered and rotten, I will stand by your side, until you choose to end the game by your own command.

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