Rise of the Guardians II

       The four ponies, giraffe, and pegasus-giraffe still couldn’t believe that the great divine creator of all reality was standing before them and how she needed their help to save their world. To show their respect towards the divine creator all of them started to kneel down to her.
       “Arise my little ponies there is no need to kneel.” Said Faust.
       “Of course my apologizes oh great one.” Said Zero as he and his friends arose.
       “You were the one who brought us all here, but why?” Asked Clutter.
       “Behold.” Said Faust as she started to use her magic to show them all a possible future.
       All of them are witnessing Tirek opening portals to parallel Equestrias were he continues to feed his growing power. They’re watching Tirek growing stronger and stronger almost becoming god like. He’s leaving every world lifeless and filled with darkness.
       “All of those innocent ponies.” Said Zero.
       “Tirek will soon learn how to travel to parallel worlds were he will continue to grow more powerful and I’ve already seen this happen.” Said Faust.
       “But wait if has already happened how are we standing here?” Asked Alex.
       “When Tirek finally entered my domain he tried to drain my power as well so I used all my magic to role back time we are now in this worlds past. Tirek has not drained Twilight of her magic yet and you four ponies are this worlds last hope.” Said Faust.
       “Wait you have the power to control all of time and space, why can’t you just go back in time and prevent all this from ever happening?” Asked Maxwell.
       “All though I have the power to control all of reality I am powerless change history because then another alternate reality would just be created and that world would just suffer the fate as your world.” Explained Faust.
       “How are we going to stop Tirek we’re no match for him.” Said Clutter.
       “Stopping Tirek it’s impossible.” Said Maxwell.
       “Maybe so but I believe you four ponies have potential to stop him.” Said Faust.
       Everypony remained silent thinking what they should do. Faust could tell a lot of them were afraid to face Tirek, but then she got an idea to help them gain their confidence back. She used her magic to create memory bubbles, which contained their memories. All of them were a bit shocked and yet amazed of what they’re seeing. All their memories were appearing right before their eyes each containing there past adventures and journeys.
       “Amazing theses are our memories of our past.” Said Maxwell.
       “That is correct I’ve been watching all of you for some time now seeing how much you’ve all grown during all of your journeys.” Said Faust.
       All of them got up and started walking around and observing the memory bubbles. Zero walked over to a certain memory bubble, which contained a memory of his childhood.
       “I remember this one it was the day I got my cutie mark.” Said Zero as he watched his memory.
       Everypony soon gathered around to see Zero’s memory of his childhood. Everypony assumed that Zero was a unicorn, but they were all wondering why Zero’s cutie mark was a wing and not something resembling magic.
       “Hey Zero why is your cutie mark a wing and not magic?” Asked Clutter.
       “Just keeping watching Clutter you’ll see why.” Said Zero.
       Everypony continued to watch and they all saw Zero’s younger self turn to his right side. Everypony was in shock to see that Zero had a demonic wing on his right side of his body. And they were also surprised to see that Zero was able to fly with only one wing. Zero then took off his robe since there was no need to hide his wing anymore.
       “No way, Zero you have a horn and a wing so does that make you an alicorn?” Asked Maxwell.
       “Actually Zero is not an alicorn, but he is a special type of pony you see ponies who are born with both wings and a horn is considered rare in Equestria.” Explained Faust.
       “You see guys my father was a night pegasus and my mother was a unicorn. My mom fell in love with my dad and after a while they got married, then I was born.” Explained Zero.
       “Reminds me how me and Giobatic first met then falling in love.” Said Maxwell as he smiled at his family.
       “Hey Zero I’ve been meaning to ask you something, why do you wear a blindfold are you blind?” Asked Clutter.
       “Oh you mean this well you see when I was growing up I’ve learned how to use my other senses and not trust my eyes.” Explained Zero.
       “That’s really cool think you can teach me how to use my other senses?” Asked Usiku.
       “Sure if it’s okay with your parents.” Said Zero.
       “Can I mom please?” Asked Usiku.
       “We’ll talk about it later okay.” Said Giobatic.
       “But wait Zero if you had a wing and could use magic all this time, how come you never used them before?” Asked Maxwell.
       “Well you see I’m the type of pony who chooses not to rely too much on his special talents. I only use my magic or wing when it’s an emergency.” Explained Zero.
       “I got to admit that’s a pretty noble decision to make.” Said Alex.
       “Thanks I like to think so.” Said Zero.
       Everypony continued to watch Zero’s memory of his childhood and they saw how hard it was for him growing up. Zero was often called a freak or a monster cause of his demonic wing, but he didn’t let that stop him. His mother would always tell him that his wing was nothing to be ashamed about. Zero was a blessing to her and that he was somepony special. As they continued to watch Zero’s memory they all saw that he was able to stand up for any pony in their time of need. And that he was able best almost any pony in either magic or flight.
               Alex’s attention was captured on a certain memory of his own. Alex was watching the memory of the day he first met Fluttershy and arriving to Equestria. Seeing theses memories gave Alex hope that he can make a difference not only for Fluttershy, but also for all of Equestria. Everypony gathered to watch some of Alex’s memories now and to get to know him a little better.
       “Never knew you’d be the shy type Alex.” Said Zero.
       “Well it was my first time in Equestria and didn’t want to make a bad first impression.” Said Alex.
       “Hey Alex was it weird coming to Equestria?” Asked Usiku.
       “In some ways it was because you see in my world I use to walk on two legs and now I really like walking on four legs. Not only that it’s just when I first arrived to Equestria I did my best not to attract too much attention to myself. Then I met Rarity and Fluttershy and they both made me feel welcomed. ” Explained Alex.
       They continued to watch the rest of Alex’s memories and they were all impressed that Alex was able to give Fluttershy more confidences and courage. As Alex’s memories continued everypony was amazed that Alex had powers that can rival both Princess Celestia and Luna.
       “So are you some kind of god or something?” Asked Usiku
       “You could say that you see in my world I have the power to control anything I want, but whenever I’m in Equestria my powers are limited.” Explained Alex.
       “That’s really cool, but how come you never use powers to help out around Ponyville are you keeping your powers in check like Zero?” Asked Usiku.
       “That’s a tricky question well you see Usiku not many ponies know that I’m from a different world and if anypony were to find out the truth about me it would cause a panic. And everypony would just reject or treat me like a monster.” Explained Alex.
       “Wow so how much to do you love Fluttershy?” Asked Usiku.
       “Well I really love and care about her very much and I would do anything for her even give up my own life to save her.” Said Alex.
       Ten minutes have already passed and Usiku still hasn’t finished asking Alex questions about him and Fluttershy. Alex was starting to get a little annoyed from all the questions, but he did his best remain calm and cool after all he would never hurt an innocent child. While Usiku and Alex were busy talking the others continued to watch their memories. Zero and Clutter started to watch some of Maxwell and Giobatic old memories to see what kind of journeys they’ve been through. Zero and Clutter were very surprised that Maxwell took on Discord and Queen Chrysalis by himself. And how he never gave up even when the odds were against him.
       “Wow Maxwell you’ve got guts I don’t think I’ve seen or heard of anypony who’s defeated both Discord and Queen Chrysalis alone before.” Said Clutter.
       “Thanks you see I just hate the idea that bad guys think they can just do whatever they and getting away with it. Well not me I do whatever I can to help stop them from causing any trouble.” Said Maxwell.
       “Though he can also be a bit reckless and clumsy sometimes.” Said Giobatic.
       “Uh Gio please not in front of my friends.” Said Maxwell.
       “Sorry dear just stating out the facts.” Said Giobatic as she giggled.
       “By the way where did you get that cool lightening stick?” Asked Clutter.
       “Oh this I got it as a graduation gift from my old friend and mentor Zecora.” Said Maxwell.
       After that everypony started to see memories of Usiku journey. Even though Usiku journey wasn’t that long ago Giobatic was still worried that he might get hurt. All Usiku really wanted was to find his father and bring him back home. They all saw that Usiku and the CMC went through a lot when they were searching for Maxwell. Usiku was very determined and felt that nothing could stop him.
       “Wow your one brave kid Usiku.” Said Alex
       “Thanks Alex that means a lot.” Said Usiku.
       “By the Usiku how old are you 5 6 maybe?” Asked Clutter.
       “I’m actually one years old.” Said Usiku.
       “WHAT YOUR ONLY ONE YEARS OLD.” Said Alex who was shocked.
       “It’s caused I’m part giraffe and mom says we have a rapid growing factor to help avoid predators pretty cool huh.” Explained Usiku.
       “So all this time I’ve been talking to a baby wow I need to sit down.” Said Alex as he sat down.
       “I said it once and I’ll say it again kids really do grow up fast.” Said Zero.
       As time passed everypony was getting to know each other a lot better. They were all impressed that each of them has been on a difficult journey and how each of them has bested a powerful enemy from time to time. However Clutterstep was starting to feel a bit overwhelmed of what he was witnessing. After all everypony has been on a life-changing journey except him.
       “Are you okay Clutter you’ve seem to be a bit nervous?” Asked Giobatic.
       “Huh no I’m fine it’s just it’s hard to believe that you’ve all done such amazing things in past stuff that I could never do.” Said Clutter.
       “Young one just because you haven’t been on a journey doesn’t make you any less then a pony.” Said Faust as she walked over to Clutter.
       “Still look around everypony even a little kid has been on a life changing journey expect me you shouldn’t have brought me here.” Said Clutter.
       “That’s where you are wrong young one you have done something amazing in your past.” Said Faust as she comforts him.
       “I have but when?” Asked Clutter
       “Behold” Said Faust as she used her magic to show Clutter his past experience.
       Clutter couldn’t believe what he was seeing. He was seeing the memory of the day he was helping Twilight get her smarty-pants doll out of a tree. Clutter was watching his memory very closely and how his younger self just jumped out of a three-story window to try and make to the tree.
       “Wow now that I think about it I was pretty reckless and brash back then.” Said Clutter.
       “But you were very brave to jump out of that three-story window. Clutter you put yourself at risk in order to help somepony who was in need.” Said Faust.
       Clutter watched as he saw his younger self-falling from the tree along with Twilight’s smarty-pants doll only to be saved by Princess Celestia. Zero and the others started gathering around to watch Clutter’s memory. They all saw how Clutter stood up to Princess Celestia and how he did his best to protect Twilight. The memory ended after Clutter received a kiss from Twilight and earning his cutie mark.
        “I’ve got to admit you’ve got guts Clutter I don’t think any of us would’ve stood up to Princess Celestia like that.” Said Maxwell.
        “I thought that was kind of cute how Twilight helped you earn your cutie mark.” Said Giobatic as she giggled a bit.
        “Cut it out you guys you’re embarrassing me” Said Clutter as he blushed.
        “There is still a lot more to see young one.” Said Faust as used her magic to change the memory to another one.
        The memory changed and everypony started watching as they saw Clutter being chased by Luna’s royal guards, royal nurse and Pinkie Pie.
        “What’s going on here why are you being chased?” Asked Alex.
        “That’s not important right let’s just continue watching okay.” Said Clutter.
        They all continued to watch Clutter’s memory and they all saw him being chased into the courtyard. Clutter did his best to stay hidden away from the Luna’s royal guard and two angry princesses that wanted him dead. Then they all saw how Clutter found Twilight hiding in the Droste Maze crying. They all saw how Clutter did his very best to comfort Twilight in her time of need and they were all surprised to learn that Twilight was actually afraid of becoming a princess. As they all continued to watch Clutter’s past experience everypony was starting to notice that both Clutter and Twilight had special feelings for each other. The memory ended when they all saw how Clutter gave Twilight the confidence, courage and hope she needed in order to become a princess and receiving yet another kiss from Twilight.
        “Now do you see Clutter you don’t need to go on a life changing journey to become a special pony because in Twilight’s eyes you are a special pony.” Said Faust.
        “She’s right Clutter you helped Twilight become the princess she was destined to be.” Said Zero.
        “You’re both right I did help Twilight in her time of need.” Said Clutter.
        Everypony found that spark of hope and courage they needed to gain their confidence back. Faust used her magic to magic the memory bubbles disappear.
        “So does this mean you ponies are ready to face Tirek?” Asked Faust.
        “Yeah I’m willing to try take him on now.” Said Zero
        “Me to I mean I’m not just going to sit by and watch Tirek take over Equestria.” Said Alex.
        “You can count me in to I’ve been wanting to take on Tirek for some time now.” Said Maxwell.
        “Plus I think we can do it if we all work together as a team.” Said Zero.
       “Dad I want to help you guys please?” Asked Usiku.
       “Usiku no your still too young you’ll get hurt.” Said Giobatic.
        “Your mother is right Usiku it’s best if you both stay here where it’s safe.” Said Maxwell.
        “Are you ponies ready to return to Equestria?” Asked Faust.
        “Yes we’re all ready to go.” Said Zero.
        “Wait what about Cutter he doesn’t have any powers or fighting experiences?” Asked Alex.
        “Hey come on guys don’t cut me out of this, this is an adventure of a life time.” Said Clutter.
        “Actually Clutter I have another assignment for you.” Said Faust.
        “You do oh okay then let me hear it then.” Asked Clutter.
        “Twilight hasn’t found the sixth key to open the chest of harmony yet and I want you to help her find the key. While your friends keep Tirek busy.” Said Faust.
        “Don’t worry you can count on me I won’t let you down.” Said Clutter.
        “Okay then everypony it’s time.” Said Faust as she opened a portal back to Ponyville.
        “Alright then boys let’s move out.” Said Alex as he ran into the portal.
        “Wish me luck you two.” Said Maxwell as he was saying farewell to his family.
        “Be safe and come back to me.” Said Giobatic as she gave him a kiss for good luck.
        “Go get him dad.” Said Usiku.
        Maxwell waved bye to his family and flew into the portal. Clutter took one big deep breathe as he to walk into the portal. Zero was about to go in next, but Faust stopped him at the last second.
        “Huh is something wrong why did you stop me?” Asked Zero.
        “Zero I know of your dark power and how you’ve been hiding it all this time.” Said Faust.
        “How long have you known?” Asked Zero.
        “Since the day you first put on your blindfold it keeps your true power in check am I right?” Asked Faust.
        “Yes this blindfold does keep my dark power in check and I swore to never use this power no matter what.” Said Zero.
        “Yes I know, but you know that you can’t keep hiding it forever one day you’ll need that power and I am also aware that you have the ability to control it.” Said Faust.
        “I know but I can’t it’s just too painful.” Said Zero.
        “I can’t force you to use your dark power the choice is yours to make alone, but all I’m saying is that it can be a big help.” Said Faust as she moved out of Zero’s way.
        Zero remained silent as Faust words were seeking into his mind. It’s true that Zero’s dark power would come in handy in the up coming battle against Tirek. Zero walked into the portal to join his friends in Ponyville.
        “Good luck my little ponies.” Said Faust as she closed the portal.
        Back in Ponyville Tirek fired an energy blast directly as Twilight’s library in order to force her out. At the last few seconds Zero and others had just arrived back to Ponyville in front of Twilight’s library. They all saw Tirek’s energy blast heading towards them. Zero and Alex combined their magic to redirect Tirek’s energy blast right back at him. Tirek didn’t know what just happened but he was able to put up a barrier just in time to protect himself. Once Twilight saw that Tirek’s attack was gone she came out of her library to see what just happened. She saw Zero, Maxwell and Alex standing in front of her library as if they were her guards. Twilight was about to talk to them, but she felt somepony grab hoof.
        “Run.” Said Clutter as he took Twilight and ran as fast as he could.
        “Clutter is it really you?” Asked Twilight as she followed him.
        “Yes Twilight it’s me we have a lot of catching up to do, but later come on.” Said Clutter as he ran.
        “Clutter what’s going on who are those ponies with Alex?” Asked Twilight.
        “There my friends Zero Wing and Maxwell House there here to help bring Tirek down.” Said Clutter.
        “But if that’s the case why are we running away they need our help Clutter.” Said Twilight.
        “Don’t worry about them they can take care of themselves right now we have bigger things to deal with.” Said Clutter.
        “What can be more important then Tirek?” Asked Twilight.
        “The sixth key to the chest of harmony we have to find it Twilight it’s the only way to defeat to Tirek and get everything back to normal.” Explained Clutter.
        “Wait how do you know about the chest and what’s going on?” Asked Twilight.
        “I’ll explain everything later I promise right now we have to get to work.” Said Clutter.
        Meanwhile back in Ponyville Zero, Alex, and Maxwell ready themselves to face Tirek and by as much time as they could. Maxwell pulled out his lightening staff and got ready for the fight of his life. Alex also got ready and was doing his very best to keep his anger in check after all he didn’t want to loose control again. However Zero was still thinking about what Faust said to him about his dark power and how it can be a big help. Tirek approached right in front of them to see who was it that redirected his attack. He suddenly recognized two of the ponies standing in front of him.
         “I know two of you your the same ponies that escaped me before.” Said Tirek.
         “Yes we are and I got something to say to you your going down.” Said Alex.
         “That’s a good one whoever thought you ponies can tell such funny jokes thinking you can defeat me what a joke.” Said Tirek as he laughed at them.
         “Laugh at this.” Said Maxwell as he; Zero and Alex fired at Tirek’s face.
         “RRRR okay now you’ve got my attention so not only will I drain you all of your power, but I’ll make you wish that you never came back here.” Said Tirek.
         “Let’s do this.” Said Zero.