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While activity on this blog is all but silent. I am still around. Stygian is still main lad in mind. Focus is mainly on other blogs due to very low energy to write anything else.

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deathsands​:

@lightenedshadow | s.c. ( stygian )

❝ Ah yes... I know who you are. I feel as though you should have been here many, many years ago... ❞ This stallion and the ponies he associated himself with, the Pillars as they called themselves, were long overdue for meeting with her. The sphinx crossed her arms as she lay in her spot.

❝ But don't worry. The others will be following you soon enough. ❞

❝ That is true.. I should have been standing before you many many moons ago.. yet I cheated the natural order and robbed my friends of living full lives.  ❞  Letting out a sigh the solemn stallion would gaze upon the one known as Death and a sense of calm and readiness washed over him that he had not felt in many moons.

But what held him back was the fact the his friends would be along soon is what faltered his steps towards the final walk into the darkness. ❝  It only seems fitting does it not? That the one who robbed his friends of their time amongst family and loved ones be the first to meet you. ❞

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friendshipscrown​:

               What had started out as seemingly a friendly visit had suddenly gone south. Twilight’s ears pricked at Stygian’s words. Her whole felt like it had gone on alert at the mention of such magic. She hadn’t felt any disturbances, so everything seemed to be in balance, but this only caused her to feel a little more concerned. With everything seeming fine, this meant that whatever Stygian was talking about was doing a good job keeping itself secret. 

                Twilight stood tall, expression turning serious as the warmth from before drained from her features.

                ❝ Show me. ❞      

“ R-Right of course, Your Majesty. One moment while I ready the magic. “ Shock yet understanding of the change in tone from the alicorn ruler. Stygian would search through his robe eventually pulling out and placing upon the ground a rather carefully carved sphere made of a glass like substance. 

With a pale blue gray light from his horn the unicorn would blast a circle bearing a mix of pony magic and unknown magics around the sphere. “ This is the magic I speak of Queen Twilight. Using a mix of pony magic in the runes it allows me to stabilize it further. But a measure of safety around the orb just in case. “  

In that instance Stygian would form a preventive barrier around the circle and orb before stamping his hoof as he casted the spell with a slight delay before blasting the orb with a steady stream of his own magic. Falling a kneeing position the unicorn would gasp for a brief of air before presenting the orb now glowing brimming with energy converted from magic.

 “ This magic may seem simple enough in the prep and casting. But truthfully was very difficult for even me to get this far. The orb itself holds energy stable of course made from the magic of the caster. The land I learned it from uses the orbs to power many marvels from airships without needing polluting fuels and much more. “

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friendshipscrown​:

           If there was one thing Twilight never quite outgrew, it was her excitement at learning new things. Though through the years she had obtained a large amount of knowledge, there was always room for more, something she always pushed with her students like Luster Dawn at the School for Gifted Unicorns. With the scrolls and books presented to her, Twilight’s own horn lit up to take hold of them in thanks.

           ❝ Thank you! I’ll be sure to give these a look as soon as possible. Did you write all of these yourself? ❞

“ Some I wrote yes Your Majesty. Others were gifted to me by new friends and colleagues I made along my long journey.  But.. what all that I’ve learned beyond those tomes is too valuable to write down in any scrolls or book that may end up in the wrong hooves. “  Setting aside his travel bag the unicorn kept his knelt pose as the air in his voice. Stygian merely paused as what he wished to speak of it but could not wholly find the words. 

Raising a little if only his head Stygian smiled but held a chuck of fear in his expression before he found his voice again   “  As my travels took me far and wide beyond even those lands I had a speck of knowledge for. One such land I found some myself in boasted and uses a magic unlike any I have seen. far difficult to cast even for a unicorn with our horns that I could not master it fully. With your permission Queen Twilight might I be permitted to show you some of this magic from the far off land I speak of? “ 

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heroesfaded​:

        “ Curiosity, sure, I like that one. ” She can’t help a small smile, not a genuine one, but a show of false confidence. Rumors of this ‘shadow king’ at the top of the hill had made their rounds, and of course she was one to take the bait.          He seemed.. tortured. Clouded and inky like a neglected letter, left to darken in the murky shadows. “ Because, you know what ? I don’t believe that you came out of the woodwork all muggy like this. Even the deepest rivers were clear, at some point.” She comments, strolling around him all too coolly. 

        She perches on a stone, chest fluffed out in unearned pride, almost a subtle standoff. “ So, come on, what lead you to become Equestria’s latest ‘big bad’ ?? ”

“ Big bad? In what capacity makes me the bad guy? “ Craning his head the pony of shadows would glare down at the seemingly arrogant pegasus. To him his actions were good and not remotely evil. 

Still curiosity at the gaul this pony had to pose such a question risking death or far worse. “ The story of how I came to be labeled as bad by the feeble ponies of Equestria is long and likely forgotten by everypony aside from those who would see me imprisoned yet again. Are you certain your sensitive pony ears can handle my tale? “ 

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@heroesfaded​ sent;  “Something tells me you weren’t always like this.. or that you wanted to be.” -from pony Eda perhaps?? // unprompted ask ;; always accepting

“What makes a small pony like you ask such a thing? Curiosity? or a death wish? hmm?” aside from the silent sting let alone the mere gull the question carried. The Pony of Shadows remained unfazed by the question itself as he pondered on how to best to deal with this stranger.

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not even Sunday. but he is feeling the urge. maybe send him something suggestive?

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arent styg and pony of shadow same person?????

unprompted anon answered ;; always accepting ;;

“No we are not the same being! Stygian was weak and let those Pillars trot all over him. I devoured him body and soul once he accepted the darkness into his heart. Now there is only me! The Pony of Shadows!”

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Parenting Style Headcanons

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🚸 How many children do they want, if any? Would they like a certain number of girls or boys? Does this differ from what they end up with? ✔️ What are things they liked from how they were raised and want to repeat with their own kids? 🛑 What are some things from how they were raised that they absolutely do not want to repeat? 🚨 How were they disciplined as a child? 🚓 How would they discipline their child for small things? For repeat offenses? For major issues? 👼 What are their top 3 values as a parent? I.e what are most important things they want to get across to their child and have them retain? 🍆  When/how do they plan to give their child The Talk? ❌ What is absolutely NOT okay for their child to do (e.g., hitting, biting, not eating, leaving the table, throwing food)? 💧 Are they the type of parent that runs to their child’s side and freaks out if they cry, or are they able to let them cry it out? 😴 What time would they set bedtime for a kindergartner (5-6)? 🥬 What is their response to picky eaters? 😭 Do they believe in time-outs and/or spanking? 🏠 At what age do they believe it’s OK to leave kids home alone? 🧹 How do they handle chores? Do they assign a specifics to certain children? Is there a rotation, and org chart, or do they just tell them when it’s needed? 💸 Do they believe in giving an allowance? If so, at what age do they start giving an allowance? Is it in response to achievements or good grades? 🎁 How much do they spend on the child for holidays/birthdays? 🧚 Do they tell the kids about Santa/the Tooth Fairy/etc.? If they do, at what age do they reveal the truth? 💻 At what age do they give their child a phone, their own tablet/computer, etc? Do they limit screen time? 🛌 What time do they tell a teenager to go to bed? 🍺 Where do they stand on underage drinking? ⭐ Would they have a favorite child (be honest!)? 🏫 How is schooling handled? Online, public, private, home-schooled? A mix? Why? 🍽️ How are family meals handled? Does everyone gather for dinner? Do any of the kids help? 💞 Do all parents parent equally, or does one spend more time with the children on a regular basis? How does this change as the children get older? 😔 What are some of their worries/insecurities about being a parent? How do they deal with this? ✊🏿 How do they talk to their kids about issues like racism, sexism, prejudice, etc.? 📺 How closely, if at all, do they monitor the media their children consume? Is there an age restriction on when they can watch/view “mature” things? 💦 How do they handle their child going through puberty? 📜 Do they have expectations for their child’s education? Do they push their attending college? 🗯️ How do they handle unruly behavior, arguments, etc? 💭Do they have any dreams or ideals for their children? Do they end up pushing these onto them, or at least encouraging them to pursue these dreams? 👎 What are their bad habits as a parent? 👍 What are they really good at as a parent? 🃏 Wildcard! Send this + any other question related to parenting!

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@imperiialfrost​ sent:  “ this is where we can both be happy. ” // Wintertide @ Pony of Shadows ;; 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐋𝐄𝐘 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄: 𝐙𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 ; accepting ;;;

“Happy...huh..that is hard to believe..”  Hearing those words gave the shadowy equine a measure of levity but were hard to swallow. What was happiness after thousands of years seeking to plunge all into darkness? The Pony of Shadows did not know but perhaps this kirn could help him to find that answer. 

“Perhaps you are right Wintertide. Alas I don’t know how happiness can wash away the thousand years I was denied my revenge that still alludes me. Why is it you believe we can both be happy here?”  Keeping his guard up still the Pony of Shadows would ease a tad sitting down upon the soft grass with sun beginning to set as the moon rose high. 

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friendshipscrown​:

                ❝ Stygian! ❞ Twilight’s wings unfurled n delight at the sight of the unicorn. She stood up tall as he entered her throne room, stepping down to meet with him in the center of the room. ❝ It’s been ages. What brings you here to Canterlot? ❞     

“True it has been many moons..”  The ever formal unicorn would kneel as he spoke those in a hushed tone. Despite his years away Stygian did not forget his courtly mannerisms especially when speaking with a ruler of Equestria. 

Staying knelt the unicorn would in spark of magic from his horn pull forth a series of scrolls and books bundled together in lightly hued bindings presenting to them the other.   “My travels took me far, Your Majesty. And with that came new knowledge of which I present as a gift to you.”

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imperiialfrost​:

               Power and worth… Those were some of the biggest motivators for her actions. They were the very reason Wintertide had decided to choose the path she did. To finally have somecreature see that potential in her made her feel proud. She had found another who could perhaps understand, even if they were a monster from the shadows. 

              When he sprang forth, she took a small step back, but otherwise looked up into the eerie white eyes as the darkness settled in around them. He was fascinating even if still terrifying. He had her attention as much as she had his.

               ❝ I see… So what now, then? Are you doing to make me a minion of yours? Or do you have other plans? ❞

“Make you a minion? No Wintertide far from it actually. Another minion bound by my power would useless in the long run. Your sheer potential and force of will would better serve me as an ally perhaps infused with a measure of my power?”   As he spoke the Pony of Shadows eyes would glow brighter as he lowered down his neck to gaze at eye level with the kirin. 

Believing the creature would prove useful to him in his plans for Equestria. The Pony of Shadows would keep his gaze unfettered as he watched for any signs of hesitation at his offer.  

“If of course you believe the power of shadows won’t overcome and devour your very spirit. What say you Wintertide?”

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“There is darkness in the hearts of every creature. But most are to afraid to embrace it and find the power that comes with doing so. I will be that force that awakens the shadows within the hearts of many whether they like it or not.” 

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