Newcomers and veterans alike, welcome to the world of ponies!

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Who: YOU. And you. And you. And everyone!
What: What just happened!? You've been transported into the world of ponies, that's what.
When: November 10th
Where: Smack dab in the middle of Ponyville. And around Ponyville. And maybe a little outside Ponyville too.
Rating: You know you.

(Pssst. Check out the story so far to get an idea for what's happened prior to this point!)

It all happened in a flash. Short earthquakes and aftershocks rocked some of the buildings in Ponyville as a magical explosion wreaked its own brand of havoc across Equestria. Once the dust settled, however, the Ponyville ponies realized that there were some newcomers in their midst. Ones that were definitely not there before the explosion. So where did they come from, and how did they get here? Did the explosion bring them here?

Luckily, the actual damage from the earthquakes was minor, and there were no actual downed buildings, just some that were now slightly cracked and in need of repairs.

The natives slowly closed in on the newcomers, warily eyeing them and wondering what their intentions were. But rather than looking angry or upset, they just looked confused and curious. Why not introduce yourselves to them, and to each other?

The official royal welcome wagon might even show up soon!

Comments

[explosions_are_awesome]

"... well if you say it like that, I did hear about an abandoned castle in the forest. We could check there. I mean, ever since I learned how good it felt to explode castles, I need something big and hard to explode all over..."

Megumin please. You're only 14.

"That being said, fine I get it. I get it. Look, I ain't callous, but you can't fault a lack of resolve. I'll explode things that I can explode safetly. Fine?"

[caelum_ignis_draconigena]

Skyfire doesn't get the more 'adult' meaning of her statement, can't help but think her reaction is a little odd. Still, he'll do his best to help.

"If you can promise to wait until we check it out to make sure it really is abandoned and ask around to make sure nobody owns it... If you have to blow something up till then, we might as well use the spot from today." He thinks he's an idiot for considering it but sighs... "If you must blow something up, since I know I can take it now, I'll let you use me for target practice." If it keeps her from causing trouble or attacking random creatures, he'll deal with it.

"Resolve is fine, but you really should have something else to rely on than that one shot explosion. Have you considered learning other spells, if nothing else, perhaps a smaller explosion? It might not be huge, but it would be something to keep you out of trouble after you use up your one shot..."

[explosions_are_awesome]

"You mean it?! Yay! All right, I'll hold you to that promise!" Exclaimed Megumin.

She pouted though at the small explosion. "That I cannot do. Explosion is the most powerful, most incredible feeling, the rush of the mana leaving your body, the powerful shockwaves that caress your body as it explodes day by day..."

She's hopeless.

[caelum_ignis_draconigena]

"I mean it, but you have to keep up your end of the bargain too."

He sighs, realizing he's got his work cut out for him. "At least promise me you'll consider it? Wouldn't your life be easier if you could make a small fire for camping with a spell? What about a light spell, so you don't need to stumble around in the dark at night? I'm not saying you have to learn them and don't answer now, just think about it."

[explosions_are_awesome]

Megumin pouted like the kid she was. "But they're not Explosion... but I'll think about it."

Which was Megumin speak for hell no. For now.

[caelum_ignis_draconigena]

Skyfire nods. "Good. They might not be explosion, but they could be useful all the same. You know, I'm quite jealous of you. You have the chance to learn so much magic... It seems like such a shame to restrict yourself to just the one thing. As far as I know, I can't learn any magic at all..."

They're getting closer to town now, and he's not going to keep pushing her to learn something else. She needs time to let what he's said soak in. "When is a better time for you to, explode things? Morning or evening?" Because he's going to need to get clean from soot daily judging by today's example.

[explosions_are_awesome]

"Yeah but they're not explosion..." pouted Megumin.

Any time of the day.

"Evening is fine," replied Megumin. "I think that should do it."

[caelum_ignis_draconigena]

He's not going to comment on that, hoping that she'll consider it a little more once she's settled down and has time to think.

"That sounds fine then... He looks around and notices the area. Do you think you can find this area again? I could meet up with you here?" They're right on the edge of town, so he pauses and looks at her. "How are you feeling? Do you think you're up to walking now? I should really go wash off this soot."

[explosions_are_awesome]

"Yeah I'll be fine now," said Megumin, rolling off Skyfire and starting to carefully walk along the ground. "I'll be okay, I think four legs will help a lot."

[caelum_ignis_draconigena]

"If you're sure... I can stay for a bit if you want to recover a little more?" Despite her fixation on explosions and poor impulse control, she seemed to be a decent enough kid. He didn't want her to pass out somewhere.

[explosions_are_awesome]

"It's all right," said Megumin, waving it off. "I've managed before. Not going to stop just from a little Explosion."

[caelum_ignis_draconigena]

"Alright then. I'll meet you back here tomorrow evening then, take care of yourself okay?"

[explosions_are_awesome]

"Sure, no problem." And she'll just slowly make her way into town.

[caelum_ignis_draconigena]

He watches her leave and then heads off to find somewhere to go clean up.