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Post by Red Charge on Sept 12, 2013 11:22:11 GMT -5
"No one does," Sabre assured her, "It's not up to us to decide, we are who we are." Sabre assured her, "When Percheron comes, he'll tell you, he'll know." He gave her a rough shoulder pat. "All right, group exercise tonight, remember your formations and you should be fine. If you mess up, don't whine, don't apologize, just get back in formation as fast as possible and keep going. You'll see us do our thing. V will probably teach you some of our more advanced stuff, or maybe she'll let you in easy. Just stay calm and don't get scattered."
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Post by Rainbow Dash on Sept 12, 2013 14:51:44 GMT -5
"Yes Sir." Rainbow dash saluted him as well and readied herself for the group, telling herself not to be nervous. This wasn't an audition for anything, this was training, and she knew that she would do well.
"I'll be ready for it. Thank you for all the advice you've given me." Rainbow dash said with a respectful bow of her head. She stretched her wings before heading up to a nearby cloud to rest for a bit until the group training started. She was worn out, and she knew she would have to get some rest in before the next training began.
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Post by Red Charge on Sept 15, 2013 2:59:05 GMT -5
Rainbow Dash was able to catch a quick rest before group training. There she was, actually in formation with the Stars. She had only participated in such a formation once, when she helped take down Eclipse. But now she was training with them, as an equal! Sabre put her next to him in the formation so he could help her out if she got in trouble. They practiced some serious moves, nothing like she saw before, all sorts of air formations that made her feel like a migrating bird. They switched in and out, inverted positions, formed a circle in mid air, returned to box formation and then switched with the partners on their right to create a wave like effect. All of these formations were confusing and though Rainbow Dash was a good flier, she had a hard time keeping up, not knowing the routine. Luckily Sabre was around to always re-position her when she got out and she was able to keep her cool if she messed up, though she did get flushed red when she did.
Eventually the groups split up to practice some attack moves, such as the mag-rail, the Titan's Fury (dry, as in without actually using lightning)and Valkyrie's special attack, The Valkyrie's Spear, which was, at least in Rainbow Dash's mind, a very effective technique. Concentrating maximum power on a tip of a diamond formation and then launching the rear through it using some well timed maneuvers.
Eventually they were all pooped, Rainbow Dash much more so than the others, but she held on, she was able to do a full training with the Stars without passing out, well, without losing consciousness, she did almost pass out a couple of times after some really hard moves. The others seemed to be slightly impressed with her determination, but no one said a thing to her directly. They all finished by landing on a cloud and were then dismissed by Valkyrie.
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Post by Rainbow Dash on Sept 15, 2013 3:09:21 GMT -5
Once they were dismissed, it took all of Dash's self-control and remaining energy to not collapse onto the ground. The world around her was still swirling every so often from dizziness and exhaustion, but she did her best to stick through it and she looked over to Sabre.
"Thank you for helping me out. I would've been toast up there if I didn't have your guidance." She said appreciatively. She stretched her hooves before her, already feeling the soreness from the thorough training she received today. She was hoping that with time, her body would get used to the vigorous training. She was sure it would. "That was some pretty intense training."
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Post by Red Charge on Sept 15, 2013 3:14:51 GMT -5
"That?" Pan asked, "That was easy. I wish we could just do this one every time. But that probably means one of two things. Either V is preparing to send us out against the drakes, or she's planning a night time drill." Pan sighed, "Please let it be the drakes."
Sabre nodded in agreement, "Yes, I was thinking she might be doing it for your benefit Rainbow Dash, but I seem to forget it's V we're talking about. We probably have some night action to look forwards to." He dipped his head into the cloud to wet his face and mane and then shook it to refresh himself.
"Hopefully you'll be able to come with us when we find and finish those drakes. I bet you won't want to miss it, after they wrecked your village."
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Post by Rainbow Dash on Sept 15, 2013 3:19:56 GMT -5
"Yeah..." She looked down and sighed as she hoofed at the clouds below her. It had been a while since she had been able to go home. She gazed up at the sky, hoping she could practice with her wing blades on those reptilian vultures. "I guess I'll just have to be patient until that day comes. As for the night training, I'll be sure to rest up before hand. I'm sure I could handle a little more after some rest and relaxation." She flapped her wings, the weight of the blades feeling more natural now than when she first strapped them on.
"So, when will I see Percheron? I'm looking forward to seeing him." She stated with a smile, taking her time to unwind and get more information in the meantime.
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Post by Red Charge on Sept 15, 2013 3:45:52 GMT -5
"He's out doing some heavy business. He's going to have to fight Blackmane, everyone knows that. After the Leviathan? Yeah he can't just do it as he is anymore. He needs the Sky Titan Armor." Sabre said, "We always figured he'd be the next Sky Titan, almost like a destiny. He already beat Blackmane once, if he manages to take her out for good, he'll be the next Sky Titan. Which means right now, he's probably going to get the Sky Titan Armor."
"Pfft, everyone who knows Percheron could say he should be the Sky Titan." Pan said, "Your fancy shmancy family was the one who kicked him out though, if you ask me, he should have been running the show there all along."
Sabre seemed a bit distressed by that statement, "I admit we were... mistaken, regarding him. But it was not my call to make, I have a responsibility to my family however and cannot simply go against it."
"Firefly did." Pan replied swiftly, "She's my kind of mare, I'd love to get her out for a night," Pan said with a dreamy grin. "So fiery, so confident, yeah that body's not too bad either."
"Please, that's one of my cousins you're talking about." Sabre said, blushing furiously at the thought.
"Oh?" Pan asked, "Mare on mare pushes your button?" she asked, brushing against his side teasingly, "Ohoho, this is going to be delicious."
"Will you two cut it out, at least in front of the newbie?" Whisper Wind asked with a sigh, "Just get a room already."
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Post by Rainbow Dash on Sept 15, 2013 3:49:22 GMT -5
Rainbow dash wasn't sure what to think of their banter, but she tried hard not to grin at Sabre's expression during the whole conversation. She chuckled before saluting them all, "It's fine, I kind of miss the banter. It's so quiet up here in Cloudsdale, I miss being with my friends." She gave a sigh before shaking her head, snapping out of the thought. "I'm sure I'll see them soon...once we kick the butts of those stupid drakes." She stated, rearing up on her hind legs and flicking a blade out. She gave it a swift jab in the air before falling back to all fours, the blade sliding back into place.
"So...Have you guys worked together on any missions? You seem like you don't always get along." She said with a low chuckle.
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Post by Red Charge on Sept 24, 2013 2:20:57 GMT -5
"Don't get along?" Whisper Wind asked, "They're practically a married couple." The other Stars nodded. "Pretty much." A general murmur was heard. "Well come on now, you married me off to this guy?" Pan said, "Couldn't you ship me with someone interesting? I mean sheesh talk about a snorefest, do you even have an opinion?" She prodded Sabre. "Anything you're passionate about? I don't think I've ever heard you so much as raise your voice." The others laughed with her heartily.
Sabre rolled his eyes but didn't bother responding. "In any case, Rainbow Dash, we've all been together on missions, there haven't been many changes over the years in our team. So we're pretty tight knit. I'm sure you'll fit right in however." "Just don't let him bore you to death and you'll be fine." Pan said, again causing Sabre to roll his eyes.
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Post by Rainbow Dash on Sept 24, 2013 15:42:35 GMT -5
Rainbow Dash chuckled. This group was great. It reminded her a lot of joking around with her friends back home...now, well, she would have to make due with what she had here.
"You guys remind me of my friends at home. I really hope I can help get Ponyville back..." There was a bit of sadness in her voice as she looked down at the cloud, "Cloudsdale is awesome and all, but it's nothing like being back home. I hope we can get through this war alright." She rolled her shoulders and thought of something to speak about.
"So...where do you all come from? Don't any of you miss your old homes?"
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