//------------------------------// // “We Come in Peace” // Story: Grogar’s Endgame // by TheClownPrinceofCrime //------------------------------// The surviving ponies were hiding in a huge cave just over fifty miles away from Ponyville. They have been hiding there for an entire week ever since the Decepticon invasion. With every city and kingdom dominated by the evil mechanical aliens, they had to protect themselves in a cave and gather every food supply necessary to survive. The Mane Five and Spike were among the survivors. They have heard of everything that happened to all of Equestria. They, as well as the others, were completely powerless against the Decepticons without the alicorns. Even worse, the Magic of Friendship died off due to the ponies turning on each other. But due to the bigger problem that threatened their existence, they had to stick together but grudgingly. “I can’t believe this...those aliens that call themselves Decepticons have destroyed our home and killed much of our friends!” said Spike with a tone of fear. “What are we going to do?!” “I don’t know, Spike.” replied Rarity. “But we have to stick together. Those brutish ruffians will pay for what they did to us!” “Yeah! I really wish Twilight was with us. I still don’t know what happened to her.” Pinkie said. “What if those aliens captured Twilight or worse...ki-kil-killed her?!” whimpered Fluttershy. “No! She’s still out there alive! I’m sure of it!” Applejack affirmed. “She’s a strong pony. She’s well able to defend herself.” “Yeah! She can take on those creeps by herself!” added Rainbow Dash. “And let’s not forget Celestia, Luna, and Cadence.” Starlight joined in the group after taking care of the students from the destroyed School of Friendship. “I sure hope that they are doing all right. This really is the crucial time when we need them most.” she said. “That’s exactly what I keep saying all along! Out of all the times we need their help, this would definitely be the time!” Rainbow stated. “Absolutely! I mean—hold on. Isn’t this a coincidence that all four alicorns in Equestria are missing and have respectively disappeared with no explanation?” Starlight wondered. The Mane Five and Spike were surprised at this observation as they never thought of that. While they were thinking, sounds of aircraft were heard outside. Curious, the Mane Six peeked outside to see the source of those sounds. To their fear, they saw Cybertronian vehicles, beasts, and aircraft coming straight for them. Panicking, they went back inside and alerted the rest of the ponies and creatures, “Every creature and pony, the aliens are coming!! Hide now!!” Starlight warned. The ponies and non-ponies quickly hid behind various large rocks and areas where they wouldn’t be seen. The Mane Six and Spike likewise hid themselves. The Autobots arrived to the cave and transformed. They kept in mind what Optimus advised them earlier and determined to willingly place themselves at a whole different level in interacting with beings unknown to them. “Follow my lead and be supportive at all times.” Optimus advised. The Autobots nodded their heads as they followed him to the entrance of the cave. “Hello? Are there any creatures in need of immediate help?” Optimus called out. He hoped that there would be a positive response. After fifteen seconds, he spoke again, “We mean you no harm! We are only here to help you! Do not be afraid!” he assured them. Then suddenly, a blue rainbow-maned pegasus speedily flew right at them. She landed before Optimus with a skeptical look on her face. “How do I know we can trust you? What do you what from us?” Rainbow demanded. She wasn’t sure if this was a trick to get them or if they were Decepticons. “We only seek to help you restore your home. We are deeply sorry for your losses and for what happened to you all. You must believe us.” Optimus firmly answered. Rainbow noticed the tone of sincerity, kindness, and empathy the large figure had. Her suspicion slowly died off as she started to trust his word. “Well then, if you’re here to help us, then we’ll definitely appreciate that. I’m Rainbow Dash!” she introduced herself. “A pleasure to meet you, Rainbow Dash. Where are the others?” Optimus asked. “Oh, I’ll bring them out. They’ll love to see good aliens willing to help them!” she happily replied. She flew back inside to gather all her friends at the cave’s entrance. All the ponies and creatures were amazed to see these giant alien figures of various colors. Even Rarity herself was blown away by their splendid designs. The Autobots began to introduce themselves. “Greetings, equines and creatures of this world. My name is Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots. We are autonomous robotic organisms from the planet Cybertron. But you can call us ‘Autobots’ for short.” introduced Prime. “Autobots, huh? That sounds so cool!” Spike commented. “My name is Ironhide, weapons specialist. One of the toughest bots there is!” Ironhide said. “I’m startin’ to like this guy already.” Applejack whispered to Rainbow. “You can call me Ratchet. I serve as the Autobots’ team medic. I never turn down any bot who is in need of medical attention.” said Ratchet. “I would definitely need a medic for my animals.” Fluttershy muttered. “What’s up, y’all! Jazz here! The bot that handles any situation with...style!” Jazz dramatically introduced himself by dancing. “Ahhh, he looks like a guy DJ-Bon-3 would hang out with!” Pinkie said. “The name’s Bumblebee! Autobot scout! If there’s one thing you can learn about me, I never back down from a fight in the heat of battle!” said Bumblebee. “Awesome! I should definitely hang out with you sometime!” Spike said. Likewise, the Dinobots, Aerialbots, Hound, Wheeljack, Jetfire, Perceptor, Bluestreak, Cliffjumper, Sideswipe, Blaster, Warpath, Red Alert, and the rest of the Autobot troops introduced themselves. The ponies likewise introduced themselves. “I’m Applejack! Pleased to meet y’all!” she said. “I’m Pinkie Pie! Ponyville’s biggest party pony!!” Pinkie enthusiastically said. “Rarity. The pleasure is mine, good sirs.” Rarity said, bowing with formal politeness. “I’m...Fluttershy...” Fluttershy meekly spoke. Though the ponies couldn’t quite hear her, the Autobots clearly heard her name. “And I’m Spike! Nice to see you guys!” Spike waved. “And I’m Starlight Glimmer. I’m very grateful that you have come here to help us. Those beings called Decepticons nearly destroyed everything we knew and loved.” Starlight said. “You know them?” Optimus asked. “Not really. I encountered one of them named Soundwave. He mentioned something about the ‘Decepticon reign of terror’.” she recalled. “The Decepticons are known to be power-hungry and tyrannical, willing to destroy everything that stands in their way and rule the universe.” spoke Optimus. “We have been adversaries to each other for millions of years on Cybertron.” This surprised all the ponies as they heard this. “Millions of years?! You guys are really that old?!” Spike shouted. “The life span of a Cybertronian can last over a million years or more. We live longer than most beings we encountered and know.” Ratchet added. “Indeed. As a result, our long-lasted civil conflict costed the life of our home world which is why we had to leave and travel elsewhere for a new home.” said Optimus. “Wow. We’re so sorry for what happened to your home. How did this all start?” asked Starlight. “It all started when we were formally friends...even brothers at first. We lived together in peace and harmony on Cybertron until my own brother-in-arms turned against us. He’s name...was Megatron.” Optimus strained to mention his nemesis’ name. “Megatron? Who was he?” Applejack asked. “He was a well-trained and well-known gladiator from the city of Kaon. He was also a very close friend of mine...like a brother. At that time, I was called Orion Pax and worked as a librarian and clerk in Iacon. “A librarian? Hmm, that reminds us of somepony we know.” Starlight whispered with a wink. “We were both opposers of the corruption and oppression that existed in the council of Cybertron and earnestly fought against it. However, Megatron never realized the darkness in his own spark when he used means that were contrary to what we stood for. Soon, he revealed his true colors when I was chosen as a prime instead of him. That was when the war soon broke out.” Optimus continued. “Those who stood for freedom named themselves Autobots, and those who stood for tyranny became Decepticons. Many of us from both sides died. Our fight for energon nearly extinguished our sparks and our resources. And so after the fall of our home, we battled each other on our ships before being sucked into a portal that brought us in this universe. That is our story.” he finished. The ponies were blown away as they were listening intently to their story and their origin. They genuinely felt very sorry for their predicament and what they went through. “Wow...just wow. Words cannot express our sorrow for you and your friends.” Rarity comforted. “Yeah. But really though...you guys couldn’t come up with any solution for your problem?” Pinkie asked. “We tried everything in our power to make peace...but it was all in vain.” Perceptor replied. “Despite our best efforts, those situations only got worse.” “But doesn’t it pain you guys to fight against the ones you used to befriend and love?!” Pinkie shouted. “Oh yes it does, Pinkie. But you have to understand that not everyone can change. Even though everyone has the capacity for change, there will be those who will choose to remain evil. Painful it may be, that is the reality.” Optimus said. Pinkie started to sob at this, “I can’t believe this...why are someponies just so...evil?” Fluttershy moved over to her to comfort her. “I’m sorry, Pinkie. I ask myself that every day. ‘Why?’ But we will continue this discussion later. We have your planet to save. We must join forces and work together to defeat the Decepticons and restore peace and harmony to your home.” Optimus said. “Work together? But we have creatures and those unicorns and pegasi who don’t even want to talk to us! How can we unify?” one of the earth ponies said. Likewise, everypony started to trash talk each other and their disdain of each other. Optimus would have none of it as the stakes were high. “ENOUGH!!!” he commanded. Everypony was immediately silenced at his deep, commanding voice. “Only together can we survive! United we stand! Divided we fall! You must join forces or forever be their slaves! Think of all the times you helped each other and done good to each other. Are you not capable of forgiveness and rejecting the unkind memories you’ve had in the past? Do not make the same mistake we made on Cybertron. It will only destroy you all through a long war or strife. Please, consider your neighbor or your brother. Do you want to be better in asking him as to what you did wrong, start a conversation, and make resolutions? Or do you want to lower yourself by being rude and giving him the same treatment? Love your neighbor as yourself. You are all better than this.” Optimus passionately lectured. The ponies and creatures were touched at his passionate powerful words. They looked at each other’s eyes and pondered on what he said. After several moments of silence, they hugged each other with tears on their eyes as they apologized to each other and promised to be better friends going forward. This pleased Optimus as he saw this. After they were finished, they looked up to Prime again, “We stand together united! Divided we will fall! For Friendship is Magic!!” they all shouted together. “Then let us get ready and fight for freedom! TILL ALL ARE ONE!!” Optimus finished. “TILL ALL ARE ONE!!!” the rest of the Autobots and the ponies shouted in unison.