Welcome to the latest thread of Occupied Equestria. Set six years after season 6, it presents an alternative history where Chrysalis chose a different approach to her second attack on Equestria. The Changelings have conquered half of Equestria, while an Equestrian splinter colony - soured to Princesses notion of harmony with all creatures thank to their dealing with griffins - Invaded and took the other half. In Baltimare and the Equestruan Southlands, the magic of friendship has weakened, as Communists, Changeling infiltrators, Fascists, gangs, and even ancient necormancers and dark gods threaten the city and the surrounding regions. This role play is based in large part upon the Equestria at War mod for Hearts of Iron 4, and uses D&d 3.5e mechanics.
In the latest episode, we are starting day 4. Ash is finally getting to sleep after dealing with foals that scarified animals to evil gods, Iron is disappointed to find that the only sex he is getting is in his dreams, Dark Star has declined to have sex, Onxy has discovered the joys of socialized medicine, I don’t know what Spark is doing, and Silver has discovered that when you don’t complete a quest, you don’t get paid for it
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>>79623Silver does so, looking for the Holy place he visited on the previous night.
>>79616"im not sure how long it will take to clear out the quarry but if im not out around 10. that would be cause for alarm."
>>79621The food comes first, fried plantains and simple water
>>79625"Oh, so it's a simple morning job is it? I guess it's no harder than my work"
>>79626"I thank you, Blanche." He grabs the one of the plantains and eats it, savouring this new, exotic food item.
>>79626"Its most likely going to take multiple days..."
>>79628"I see. Well, maybe I'll be able to help you at some point"
>>79627It seems like Iron has had relatively little experience with cooked and spiced foods. It has a sweet flavor and a soft texture
>>79629"I would enjoy that. i love watching you shoot things."
Dark Star Smiles at her
I need to step out. Will be back later
>>79624He is able to find the Cathedral of Saint Eligius on his map, and walk there
>>79629Iron chews it with gusto, feeling the sweetness of the food on his tongue. He gulps it in. "Wow, this food is really good." He then grabs the plantains by chunks, a little too eagerly, and munches them down rather quickly until all plantains are gone into his stomach. After this, he drinks all of the water in one gulp. "Ah~ That did the trick." Iron looks at Blanche. "That was great! Who made this food?"
>>79633Silver steps into the Cathedral once he arrives, intent on looking either for Father Maren, or somepony who can get him.
>>79635Spark follows.
"So, you said you know somepony here?"
>>79636"Yes, Father Maren. He is very knowledgeable when it comes to undead. He is one who cured Dark Star of his infliction."
>>79637"Ah. I owe him my thanks then."
>>79634Blanch comes up to him with another very familiar looking Zebra. Black Cauldron, by the looks of her smile, is both Awkward about about what happened yesterday, and somewhat pleased to see that he came now
"My talent for mixing things extends to spices, you know. But that would be Onyen"
>>79635There is no pony there immediately to great him
>>79631"Silly Dark Star. My deeds are not meant to be witnessed"
>>79639"Ha. i suppose not."
Dark Star gives her a hug
"i gotta get going,blue."
>>79640*hugged pegasus noises*
She very soft and fluffy. She smells like Lavender... or is that himself
"We'll meet again, soon enough. I have work to do"
>>79639He looks around the Cathedral, starting to get worried that nopony is there.
>>79639Iron waves "Hey Cauldron! Nice to see you again. Your tip really did the trick." Iron pulls out 100 bits and hands them over to Blanche. "Here, you and Onyen deserve it." He motions for Cauldron to sit down on his table. "I remember you made some potions as a side business and I want to buy some, if you can notice the bruises on me." Iron pulls up his chin, remember that sick uppercut Rover gave him.
>>79641"Be safe, i love you blue."
>>79642There's no pony there. It's an empty building. Wait.
A somewhat fat colt/stallion comes out wearing white clothes. His voice is kind of high, and he seems very happy to see Silver and his friends
"Hi! Do you need something? Sundew should be back any minute. Do you need a prayer? Incense?"
>>79643>>79645She bluches, and moves her head back, while her tail curls around her sitting in the seat
"D'aww, Dark Star. You're so sweet"
>>79643She takes a seat, and you can see on her face that she's a bit uncertain
"I make some, yes, and could even make more. What do you need?"
>>79646"ah i try. ill see you later."
Dark Star hugs her one last time and then heads for the door
>>79647She seems to make a squeaking noise when hugged
"I'll see you"
And Dark Star leaves
>>79646Silver lets out a sigh of relief. "We were looking for Father Maren. We are going to clear undead from Curwhinny farm, and we seek his knowledge on ways to most easily dispatch undead." He scratches the back of his neck as he thinks. "We are also looking for nun. She is kirin, sort of like dragon-pony hybrid, with bodyguard, who is Chincoteague stallion from jungles. I have heard she also has been asking around for information as to whereabouts of lost foals. I am not sure if you have heard of this nun."
>>79649Iron is presumably a different tribe that is much further south..."Undead. Kirin. Are you dehydrated? My name is Slow Burn, by the way, I am the Deacon here"
>>79646Iron smiles. "Good. But I am going to ask for many potions here, so I suspect it is going to get long if you need to make the potions now. Be sure to stop me if there is any issue with the potions asked." Iron inhales and lists off the equivalent of 4 potions of cure moderate wounds, 3 potions of barkskin +2, and 8 potions of cure light wounds.
>>79651"Actually, make it 6 potions for healing small wounds," Iron corrects
>>79651>>79653"That's quite a few potions... I guess I can see what I have in stock. Is that all you need?"
>>79652One arrives quickly enough
>>79650All he knows about Iron is that he's from the jungles, so he's just assuming he is from that tribe."No, I can assure you I have had plenty of fluids today already. I am pleased to meet you, Deacon Slow Burn." Silver look from one side of the Cathedral to the other before continuing. "I assume, then, that Father Maren is not present. And that you have not heard of this kirin pony."
>>79654He Gets in and says "Can i get a ride to the parish church?"
>>79655"I... Don't know what a Kirin is. Who are you looking for? Father Maren should be here. He always stays in the back"
reee the Chincoteague are from the Hayseed forests.... eh, it really doesn't matter that much. It's like the difference between Aztecs and Cherokee. The only people who would give a shit about the distinction are people who aren't white, and people who care about history. To all other white people, they are just small-pox fodder>>79656"Do you mean the mother church, Saint Eligius?"
>>79657"Alright... I'll go check my stock. You could also order more food"
>>79658Iron chuckles. "Maybe I can buy for you too if you want."
>>79658He nods. "Can you point me in direction of Father Maren, then?"
Blame it on Silver, then. >>79659She looks at him with uncertainty, but then lays back
"I'll take you up on that offer, then. What is it you are needing potions for anyways"
>>79660"Oh! Yes."
He goes towards the back, or rather, runs towards it
>>79661Silver is a bit confused as to why he seems so...excitable, but he follows as best as he can.
>>79658is that the one?"I think so. its the one close to the old Farm houses."
>>79661Iron smiles. "Well, I need to heal up fast for today. I need to protect the client I told you about. Fighting a diamond dog in a boxing match does that to you. As for other potions, I may need it for later for the job." Iron ponders. "What do you usually order? I have no clue how any of the food taste like."
>>79662Spark follows a bit more calmly, glass still by his side. He wonders if this place would forbid such a thing. He quickly moves it between himself and the deacon.
>>79665I wrote that wrong, but you know what I mean, away from between himself and deacon
>>79663"I'll take that as a 'yes'." He drives him to the Cathedral quickly enough
>>79662"Hey Father Maren! Father Maren! There is a pony here who said something about Kirin and undead and some other things. I didn't really follow but he wants to see you"
He is well ahead of Silver
>>79664"I see. You should probably change that. I like the Abacha, or Okra soup"
>>79667Iron nods. "I shall order two of Okra soup and water for both of us, then. I suppose the 100 bits should cover both the plantains and these next two dishes, right?"
>>79667Silver starts to be somewhat amused by this Deacon's energy. He calls out to him. "If you would just wait for us for one minute, it would be much simpler ordeal, you know?"
>>79668Blanche takes the order down, as well as some instructions from Cauldron that seem to pertain to preparing.... something
"Sure. So protecting this client of yours has you boxing Diamond Dogs? Interesting"
>>79669"What did you say? Ooh! I found him! He was sleeping apparently"
>>79671Annnnnnnd Silver is no longer so amused. "...Just...be quiet, we will be there shortly." He continues making his way towards the source of the voice, wondering how the Deacon made it so far ahead.
>>79671Iron shakes his head. "I actually was getting very bored with the job I picked up, so I decided to brush up on my right hoof and have a little brawl. You could say I did it for fun." Iron smiles. "Like you may go for a drink with friends or something." Iron lays back on his chair. "That dog Rover sure has some technique, it was a pretty close fight, but I barely won."
>>79672I think all natives of the Equestrian Southwest are Earth ponies, or something like that
>>79674"Well that sounds like you alright. Getting bored not fighting. Wait. Which Rover?"
>>79673'Hey Father! It's after 8, and time to get up. These two need you for something involving.... Queering? Wait, that's not right. Kirin! That's what he called them. He needs you to help with Kirin"
>>79675What separates "Natives" from other ponies, if all ponies are from the Equestrian continent?
>>79675Silver groans. How far ahead did this pony manage to get?
>>79675"Rover de Marquise, or something like that. Do you know him?" Iron cocks one eyebrow.
>>79676They should be stronger and bigger on average than normal ponies, meaning they should have exceptional strength and constitution stats as by race.
>>79678"De Marquis! I thought that may have been him. Yes, he does fights fairly regularly"
>>79676They are settlers that proceeded the migration of the tribes in the Windigo crisis. Go study history in character to learn more
>>79679Except that they are still Earth Ponies, not something else entirely
>>79680No call to action. All Ash would be concerned about would be that they're ponies.
>>79680What the GM said.Iron is surpised. "Huh. How do you know him? Do you watch fights at the bar?"
>>79680After some more walking, Silver finally comes across the Deacon and Father Maren.
>>79681Then don't ask questions about it
>>79685I'm guessing he asks the Taxi driver
"What?"
Also he would arrive more quickly than basically any other character
>>79683Father Maren walks in, rubbing his eyes and putting on his glasses, while Slow burn is bouncing in place. "What is it you need" he asks kind of groggily.
>>79684Definitely after 7 AM, as that is the time the mass would end
>>79686Okay then.
Sister Ash would be doing chores and whatnot until Iron got back, possibly visiting Abby Willows at noon-ish.
>onyx continues to follow everyone around
>>79686"That is one weird pony..." With that thought passing through his mind, Silver clears his throat. "Hello, Father Maren. I am sorry for having awakened you. My compatriots and I, we are going back to Curwhinny farm, to finish job, and dispatch undead from area. We are hoping that you might be able to provide guidance as to best way to do this, or perhaps let us know of weakness we may exploit."
"In addition, we are looking for somepony. She is kirin nun, with native bodyguard. I have heard she was asking around about lost foals. I hope you have heard something about where we might find her."
>>79688"I... Yes, I know songs"
>>79690"You didn't think one scare of becoming a Ghast was enough? You want more now? Very well... And I don't know any queereens"
>>79682"I have watched and guarded many fights, yes. He is a popular contender in the city"
>>79693"So I heard. He is pretty good." Iron ponders and leans in closer to Cauldron, almost whispering. "How was your day with the gang? Any gossip going around it? Apart from the whole 'ship stealing' business."
>>79691"So that is what they are called...no matter. We are in need of Bits, and it is not good idea to allow undead to continue their existence. I do not relish thought of them escaping into city..."
>>79691"Would you Sing one on the way?"
>>79694"Yes, very serious gossip, and it
does relate to the ship stealing business. There is a general belief that Pransisco organized the heist. At the very least they thing some of his men did. There is also some claim of a 'slaughter king' which is generally dismissed as nonsense or a false report, but some think that this may be the alias of some unknown figure looking to make a name for himself"
>>79696He turns on the automobile Radio. "There is no such thing" by Frank Sintrotta plays
>>79695"I see. Leave evil long sealed away where it lies. But if you must disturb it, bring somepony with the powers of harmony to dispense with it"
>>79684Ash feels a tap from behind. It's the colt, who has been on her back basically for the last 30 minutes, and he wants to be held. Ash likewise remembers her dream, how Abby was replaced with a hideous monster
>>79697Iron nods. "That is a pretty dumb name if he wants to be an actual name, but I digress." Iron leans back. "So, how is your day going?" Iron smiles some more.
>>79697"ah i love this one. its great."
>>79697He nods. "Do you have any other advice, or know of anything we may use to make dispatching easier?"
>>79698Sister Ash shrugs off the dream as a result of not getting a proper rest cycle, and cradles the colt in her hooves.
"You're a needy one, aren't you? Have you been settling in well?"
>>79699She laughs slightly
"I've been helping my father with his restaurant thus far today. I help with spices and the like", It's not too bad, by any means. I certainly haven't been beaten by a Diamond Dog. Quite a way to start a morning"
>>79703he just stares at her for a few seconds. Then he replies with a slight accent "This is better than under the upside down craddle, but the foals and sisters are distant"
>>79701He arrives
>>79702"Don't let them bite you or touch you, because that is the only way they ever get you. I'm guessing you want some holy water as well"
>>79704His ears perk up. "Holy water? Would you happen to know if you have any of that?"
>>79704She cranes her neck as best as she can to see him.
"Have you tried reaching out to them? There should be a few here you're age. If you're nice, you could make some friends."
>>79704He Walks into the church after paying the cabby
>>79704Iron chuckles. "Yeah, but I always crave for the fairest of fights: just two opponents, only his hooves to punch and defend. I can always take some blows if I can experience this." Iron looks upward, somewhat fonding. He looks downwards again. "So, what is this 'help with spices' you talk about? Do you cook?"
>>79705"Aye, of course we have it. The priests bless it ever day. It caries the holy force of harmony, and burns the unholy as acid. The undead especially"
>>79707like maybe 5 bits or less
As he goes in, he sees the priestess he saw yesterday, who is walking and evidently moving from one part to another
>>79708"I do cook, yes. Mixing ingredients, cutting vegetables and leaves. Heating. I enjoy it quite a bit, the artistry in the proper proportions and times"
>>79706He blinks
"But how do I do that?"
>>79709"I see why you have a side business as a potion maker. They are similar hobbies after all." Iron thinks. "How long have you been making potions, Cauldron?"
>>79709"I...did not know holy water worked in this way. We would most certainly appreciate some, if it pleases you."
>>79709"Talk to them, of course. Be polite and respectful, and ask to play with them. It's not that hard.
(this is a lie) Try it for yourself."
>>79710"I've been mixing spices since I was a small foal. Making potions took more patience and time, but I started when I was a fillie, and eventually discovered a talent for it"
>>79711"Hello. You may call me Sundew. Are you the one who had an unholy disease removed yesterday?"
>>79713"But... They don't like me. They think I am weird"
>>79712"Well... We can offer some"
>>79715Get in line and wait your turn >>79716"Good. I guess that means you are top notch at what you do." Iron smiles. "What was your first potion?"
>>79716"Hmm? Offer? As in selling it?"
>>79717"I can't say it's what I do, more of a hobby" Slight frown
"My first potion was a plant growth stimulate. More so than simple fertilizer, something to make pretty flower bloom. And indeed it did make that petunia grow fast and beautiful, with the biggest pink flower you've ever seen on one. I can't say that about the first few flowers I tried potions on"
>>79718"This is a church. We don't sell things here"
>>79718Donations to the church are always appreciated.
>>79716Sister Ash smiles warmly.
"Being different isn't always a bad thing. What matters is that you have a good attitude, and play nicely with others. I believe you could make some friends if you tried your best."
She puts a plate down to dry
"What do the other foals do about this time of day?"
>>79716"yea, that was me. i was pretty afraid. i felt so cold then all of a sudden warmth flowed into me."
>>79719"Ah. My apologies. Still, if you have holy water, we would like some."
>>79719Iron smiles warmly. "That is a nice little anecdote. Why were you doing that? Did your father egg you on to brew potions?"