We are his faithful hands!
I promised to return edition!
previous thread (with ZimZams work):https://desustorage.org/mlp/thread/25673023/#25673023
previous thread (with Human Superiority posting):https://desustorage.org/mlp/thread/25542799/#25602784
Human Superiority's Pastebin and Manos green part I and II:
http://pastebin.com/u/HumanSuperiority
http://pastebin.com/QBMRbrPv (part I)
http://pastebin.com/C3cq16me (part II)
A character sheet for Manos (Constant WIP):
http://pastebin.com/2iFWvgSe
Backgrounds of Fate (Manos Side Stories and spin-offs)
MedicalKrabbyPatty's (aka: A Black Hand) Pastebin:
http://pastebin.com/u/AMedicalKrabbyPatty
A Royalist's Pastebin:
http://pastebin.com/u/ARoyalist
EM1's (aka ZimZam's) Pastebin:
http://pastebin.com/u/EM1
In this thread we wait for Manos' return along with the writefriends.
Heil the Reich!
Heil Manos!
>>25975781
>you are Manos
>you extend your hand out to the little queen
>just remember little changeling when you make a deal with the devil
>her hoof extends out to your hand and you grip it giving it a firm shake
>he will always collect.
>you lock eyes with Queenie and the world around the two of you dissolves and changes into a blank space
>she looks around slightly panicked by the sudden change in scenery
>"manos? whats going on?!"
"relax."
>you let go of her hoof and walk away from her.
>the world changes again and you are back in Castle Manos.
>specifically you are in the dining area where you and Sombra fought
>you take a seat at the head of the table.
"this is where i had to end a deal with someone who thought they would be better off on their own."
>"what happened to them?"
>you smile rather warmly to her.
>i collected. he wanted out of the deal so i simply took what was mine.
>two smokey figures appear in the room
>after a few moments they start to take shape, one being you the other Sombra.
>the fight plays out in front of you in a more slow and dramatic fashion
>it stops when sombra lays on the floor with you standing over him with his horn.
"sombra gave his life to me long ago. in exchange for letting him and his kingdom continue. when he decided to make his way in the world without me.."
>you extend your hand to the scene
"i simply took back what was mine."
>the figure representing you raises his hand and plunges the severed horn back into sombras skull
>as it does the figures dissolve in a smoky dramatic fashion.
>queenie stares at the scene until its end
"just remember queenie.. i am much more than powerful than i appear to be."
>the real world rushes back, and the two of you are still holding 'hands'
>you are a few inches from her face with a smile
"i hope you remember that."
>you kiss her hoof then let it go.
>just as you sit back down into your chair at the desk there is a knock at the door
>>"Lord manos, Cadence is here she wishes to see you"
>>25975794
>you are Sliver Valor
>everything hurts, your legs ache, and your sides have a sheering pain.
>your mind is screaming at you to open your eyes. open your eyes and do something.
>but you cant, you hurt too much. and something is holding you down.
>"CAPTAIN!"
>"Shes over here quickly give me a hoof with this!"
>you hear the sounds of someone struggling to move something.
>"ok ok everyone, one, two, THREE!"
>some of the pain is gone, and you dont feel pressed down like you did before.
>you let out a small groan as you force your eyes to open.
>everything is black for a while before some of your vision returns.
>but only somewhat, everything is a blur and you can only see vague silhouettes
>"Captain, speak to us."
"my whole body hurts"
>"it will be ok Captain. just hang in there."
"what, what happened?"
>you try to look around the room and see if you can make sense of the situation.
>if it didnt hurt to think you'd panic at the state of your surroundings
>what was once a rather stable and secure building is now ruins.
>the whole left side of the building is simply gone, ruble and dust still hang in the air
>"Im not sure Captain, but the whole city has been completely destroyed."
>you struggle to get to your hooves your legs burn and shake from the weight of your own body
>a pony quickly helps you up and puts one of your hooves over their shoulder
>>25975810
"thank you... is everyone alright?"
>another voice speaks up, that of a mare
>>"Captain, besides each other, you are the only survivor we have found."
>you try to look at the two ponies and get an idea of who they are, but your vision is too blurred
>the only thing you recognize is the golden armor of the guard, and even that took effort.
>"we should get out of here, try to make our way to find some help."
>>"i agree, but how far could we really go? look at the Captain, she can barely stand."
"dont worry about me, i can travel."
>you do your best to take a step forward on your own before you stumble to the floor
"ah, horse-apples."
>"i got you Captain."
>you are again lifted to your hooves
>"ill help you walk"
>you nod your head
"thank you. lets go."
>getting out of the building was the hardest thing you have ever physically done
>the large buildings once solid walls now gone and replaced with mounds of ruble
>finding the exit was easy, climbing down the ruble when you could barely walk?
>that was a challenge unto itself
>with effort and help of your fellow guards you make it down to the streets.
>>"where to now?"
>"im not sure, i wasn't sure how to navigate this place even when it was still a city!"
>you look around, the besieged city now just a large ruin and shadow of what it once was.
>entire streets and buildings are just gone.
>others are all molded into one from collapsing, some just barely standing and looming over seemingly safe walkways.
>a stiff breeze could topple what buildings remain.
"this place is very dangerous, and a lot has changed but i think i can lead us out of here."
>"you sure Captain? not to doubt you, but you can barely see, let alone walk."
"i still have you for walking don't I?"
>you lift a hoof to a side street
"lets head that way. the way out of the city shouldn't be too far"
>>25975821
>you are Manos
>"lord manos, Cadence is here and she wishes to see you"
"let her in then, no reason to keep her waiting"
>Comet opens the door and steps inside, followed by Cadence.
"oh Comet, if you could show my little pet here to her own room, and keep it guarded, for her own safety and our own."
>Comet looks to Queenie with a very stern expression.
>"right this way, guest."
>as the two leave you and Cadence are alone in your room
>her horn glows as she closes the door behind her while walking over to take a seat on your bed
"you want to talk about something."
>"yes, quite a few things actually. but those can wait for a moment."
>she pats the bed next her and you walk over laying down next to her
>both of you remain in your uniforms as she lays her head on your chest in silence
>"i just want a moment of peace first. just you and me, no wars, no plans, nothing but us."
>thats cute.
>you gently pet her mane as the two of you sit there in silence
>you know she is dying to talk to you about anything and everything thats going on, but its nice to just sit here
>now that you think about it... when was the last time you weren't doing something?
>you look over to the chest storing the elements.
>so much power held behind a simple box. and so much more still out there needing to be found.
>"Manos"
>Cadence looks up to you
"yes?"
>"will the fighting ever end? it seems to just increase more and more."
>you continue petting her as she speaks to you
>"it used to be just the Changelings, then came Sombra. after that it was the griffons, and now-"
>she sighs stopping her own thought
>you give her a small hug, perhaps it will comfort her a bit.
"It will, eventually."
>you smile softly to the 'former' princess.
"but we need to be strong, our ponies look to us for strength and leadership. we need to be resolute and steadfast in our beliefs or they will break."
>"i understand Manos."
"i know you do."
>>25975830
>you are Cadence
>laying next to manos with your head on his chest, you feel more at home here then you have anywhere else.
>he is right, the two of you need to be strong for everyone
>you relax more as he continues to softly pet your mane, his gloved hands soothing you and seemingly dissolving all of your troubles
>you whisper to yourself, your voice so soft and quiet that even you could barely hear it
"I love you manos"
>there is a small moment where you could have sworn you felt his hand stop petting you before continuing, but it was hard to tell
>there is still so much you wanted to talk to him about, so many questions you felt the need to ask
>but now that you are here and alone with him, all you want to do is be close
>you close your eyes starting to drift off to sleep in his arms
>you are Manos
>you lay there in your room as Cadence falls asleep on your chest.
>you yourself feel the allure of sleep, but with Cadence here you are even less willing to sleep then when you are alone.
>gently you remove yourself from the bed, making sure to not disturb the pink alicorn, and make your way to your desk
>you take your position and retrieve your cleaning tools from the desks compartment.
>you softly unsnap your holsters safety strap and place your pistol on the desk.
>before you start to begin your normal routine of cleaning until morning a small glow lights up the corner of the room
>its not bright, but its noticeable. a soft red and teal glow emanate from the chest securing the elements.
"whats causing them to glow?"
>you continue to look on at the chest before you finally get yourself to walk over and inspect it
>taking a knee you lay your hands upon it, giving a quick look back to the sleeping Cadence to be sure she is still undisturbed.
>you undo the locks
>*click*
>*click*
>as you open it up you are now aware that the dark crystal inside is also creating a glow, much harder to see since its a dark violet in comparison to the two much brighter colors
>>25975845
>you reach inside and take out all three
>you expect them to all give you a rush of different feelings like usual.
>the Dark Crystal, it gives you very little fear..
>the Alicorn Amulet, although you have adjusted to its pull, gives you almost no anger.
>and the Crystal heart...
>you look back to Cadence again.
"i cant tell if its working or not.."
>well.. since two of the three dont its safe to assume this one isnt either.
"I wonder"
>you pick up the Amulet and take a few steps back from the chest.
>the glow of the element inside starts to dim slightly as you become more agitated
>could it be connecting with the others? if united do they become weaker?
>what would happen if you have all six together? there is a possibility they might destroy each other.
>no, the element wouldnt be destroyed, just the vessel.
"I should have Honor bound look into this more"
>even you dont know EVERYTHING about this world.
>you are Roselight
>because of your ties to Honor Bound, and your own stubbornness, you were given access to the armor storage area
>you walk inside with a small pouch at your side and a candle held in your mouth
>taking your place in front of your designated suit you set the candle down at its hooves.
>the warm glow the only light in the room illuminating the base of your suit
>you take its intimidating form in, the armor towers over you with its helmet peering down at you with a permanent glare
>a glare you return with a smile of pride.
"this is my armor"
>the other suits are in line along side it each in the same position ready to be worn once again
"there are many like it, but this one. its mine."
>>25975855
>you bow your head to it for a moment and close your eyes
"it was a gift to me. a gift from Manos, a creation of his own mind."
>you move to the small pouch at your side and take out a small rag and a few small cleaning utensils
>you gently take the pure white cloth in your mouth and begin to clean the suit
>your muffled words the only sound in the room
"its an extension of him, as it is an extension of me and should be treated with the respect i give him."
>the dirt, ashes, and grime slowly coming off of the armor
>although the eggheads fixed any issues with its functionality they do a shoddy job of cleaning
"this armor should remain pure..."
>you take a small step back to look at the now clean helmet its eyes piercing gaze directed into your own
"it should the last pure thing that a unbeliever sees"
>You are Princess Luna
>night has shrouded equestria in a soft blanket of starlight.
>you look to your sky and arrange a beautiful night for any onlookers and stargazers
>you used to be jealous of the attention your sisters daylight was given...
>used to be?... no, you still are.
>you will never be as appreciated as her will you?
>with a small shake of your head you force those old thoughts away.
"anything is better then continuing to live alone on the moon for another century."
>turning back to your room from your balcony you see your old helmet.
>the slick light blue design sitting peacefully in its place.
>your gaze shifts downward to the breastplate and the crescent moon shard mimicking your cutie mark
"sister is too forgiving... and she has no real stomach for war."
>the crescent moon gives off a slight white glow as you stare into its depths
"she cant do what it necessary to achieve victory."
>in the depths of the moon shard your face stares back at you.
"but, i can."
>>25975875
>the shard glows even brighter and the face inside twists and changes until the face of Nightmare moon looks back at you.
>her laugh echos in your mind as the nightmare stares back--- no, you shouldn't deny it like that.
>as your true reflection stares back.
"if i can save equestria from manos, then ill be adored just like sister."
>you grip a blanket with your magic and place it over the armor blocking it from your view
"but ill have to be very careful about each of my actions."
>the sounds of guards outside your door remind you to be more careful about what you say
>you've seen their dreams, they are HIS ponies.
>but as long as you continue your game, they will have no reason to suspect anything.
>its a good thing you ordered all the Lunar guard to return to their homeland for... 'a holiday'
>a holiday that has kept them from Manos' reach, you hope.
>you are Celestia
>you are just starting to settle down for the night.
>'settle down' perhaps not being the best phrase.
>more like laying in your bed with your mind having a thousand thoughts a second.
>why so much death? how many lives were lost in a afternoon? what were those machines you were told of?
>you exhale sadly into your pillow as your flowing mane slows to a stop.
"manos, why are you doing this? and how can you be doing it while still being kind to someone he fights against?"
>Manos' Jacket hangs against your wardrobe each patch, stitch, and fold as uniform as he would have kept it
>>25975881
>is this all just a game it him? does he understand his own actions?... is he evil?
>or, is he like your sister. put in a situation with no easy way out?
>the thought of you banishing your own sister returns to your mind
>the small purple crystal in your chest piece begins to glow slightly
"im sorry luna, i know you still hate me for what ive done... and for how i have let all this chaos happen."
>you feel a tear slowly drip down your face
"what if manos is just like you? would i be able to stop him? COULD i stop him?"
>more tears start to form in your eyes as the lives of all your little ponies who died both from your sisters actions in the past and the actions of manos now.
"i should be stronger than this!"
>as you shout that to yourself while doing your best to hold back your watery eyes from bursting into waterfalls there is a knock
>*knock*
>*knock*
>"Princess? is everything okay in there?"
>you sniffle slightly and regain your composure. you need to be strong for your ponies.
"yes my little pony. im quite alright, just reminded of something from the past."
>there is some mumbling outside the doors for a moment
>"if you are sure princess, remember we are right here if you need anything"
>such kind ponies.
"i know. i thank you."
>you calm your mind as you lay in your bed and close your eyes.
>you still have a long night ahead of you.
>as you drift off to sleep you already hear the voices starting to pour into your mind
"im here for you my ponies..."
>>25975794
You're actually alive! Heil manos!
>>25975908
Yup. I said I'd come back
I honestly dont expect this thread to be alive tomorrow since i posted it so late, along with the hiatus of this story there are probably only a few people who even remember it. but eh, whatever. i said id come back and ill continue to write this story since i think its fun.
as always constructive criticism is welcome!
Enjoy my other shit! (or dont idc)
http://pastebin.com/u/HumanSuperiority
pastebin will be updated soon
and Remember: You're human. Be proud, be Superior!
>>25975781
oops. used the wrong image. ah well. pastebin updated.
>>25975908
Of course he's alive. Fate doesn't die, silly.
>>25975958
Welcome back, sir. Thanks for the update. I've been waiting for my fix for weeks mang.
>>25975908
>>25976128
i spent part of my new years writing this. glad to see someone remembers it.
also "good to be back"
This is my goodnight bump. Been a while since I've been able to do this in a manos thread
Boop
page 9 bump
>3 posters
>1 is HS
>1 is me
what happened to everyone from before?
