Things were rather grim for the Rainbooms as they had now found themselves in quite the terrible situation. Not only were they tricked by Trixie and were now stranded underneath the amphitheater stage in the storage room, not only were the Dazzlings about to sing to the entire crowd of students which would allow them to gain their power back, but the worst of it all, was you. You were now apparently on the Dazzlings' side as you had changed in more ways than one.

Currently, it was nighttime as we see Trixie and the Illusions performing up on stage. The camera zoomed to the bottom part of the stage until eventually we see the Rainbooms. Most of them were sitting while Rarity was standing and fanning herself. There was a brief moment of silence before we cut to Rainbow Dash who was currently trying to break the exit door down but was unsuccessful as she groaned slightly from hitting the door so hard.

Applejack: Give it up Rainbow Dash. You've been tryin' at this for hours. It's not gonna open.

She said irritated while Rainbow rubbed her shoulder. Fluttershy sighed.

Fluttershy: I can't deal with the fact that Y/N turned against us. We... we made a mistake... a big mistake.

Rarity: *sigh* She's right darlings. He's normally a sweet and chivalrous boy to be around. But now... now all that was left of him was pain... and evil.

All of them nodded in agreement.

Twilight Sparkle: It's all our fault. We never should have sent him away. The more I think about him, the more guilty I feel. I'm starting to realize something else, maybe it doesn't even matter that we're trapped down here. I don't think the counter-spell would've worked anyway.

She said while feeling sad and guilty. Applejack spoke up as she went to Twilight.

Applejack: Of course it would have worked, Twilight. Assumin' a certain band member didn't try to hog the spotlight the whole time we were tryin' to play it!

She said while glaring at Rainbow Dash.

Rainbow Dash: Hey! If you wanna tell Twilight she's getting a little too caught up trying to be the new leader of this band, you don't have to be all cryptic about it.

She said while jumping to conclusions.

Rarity: She was talking about you, Rainbow Dash!

Rainbow Dash: Me?!  I'm just trying to make sure my band rocks as hard as it needs to!

Rarity, Applejack, Fluttershy & Pinkie Pie: OUR BAND!!

They yelled at Rainbow Dash.

Twilight Sparkle: But why wasn't it working? I should know what to do. How could I not know what to do? How could I have failed like this?

She said in sadness. Sunset grew more and more worried as no one else seemed to notice what Twilight was going through as they began to argue.

Applejack: It might've been your idea to start a band, but it's not just your band, Rainbow Dash!

Rainbow Dash: I'm the one who writes all the songs!

Fluttershy: I write songs! You just never let us play any of them!

Rarity: I had the most perfect outfits for us to wear!

Applejack: Again with the costumes! No one cares what we're wearin'!

Rarity: I care, Applejack! So sorry if I enjoy trying to make a creative contribution to the band!

Pinkie Pie: Hey! Anybody here remember fun?! I'll give you a hint: It's the exact opposite of being in the Rainbooms!

Rainbow Dash: I wish I never asked any of you to be in my band!

She said furiously.

Rarity: I wish I'd never agreed to be in it!!!!

She said furiously also.

Fluttershy and Applejack: Me neither!

They soon started arguing and yelling before something unfortunate happened...

The green mist appeared as it was coming from the Rainbooms! Sunset grew more nervous at seeing this as she then looked at where the mist was going... it was going above stage!

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Meanwhile, back outside, Trixie and the Illusions had finally finished with their song as it was now the Dazzlings turn. Speaking of said Dazzlings, they were presently standing backstage while wearing new outfits.

Trixie and her bandmates passed by the Dazzlings with cocky smirks.

Trixie Lulamoon: Try to top that!

She said smugly before walking past them and leaving.

Adagio Dazzle: *sarcasm* Oh, gosh! I don't know if we can!

She said sarcastically which made the other two laugh.

???: Ha! And she thinks she's so great and powerful!

They heard someone say as they looked to see you walking towards them with an evil smirk. They smirked as well upon seeing you.

Adagio Dazzle: Ah, Y/N dear. So nice of you to come by. We actually wanted to bring something up with you.

You grew curious by that.

(Y/N): Oh, really? What is it?

Adagio Dazzle: Aria, Sonata, and I got to talking and we decided... that we wish to make you an official member of our band.

Your eyes widened.

(Y/N): You... you  want me to join your band?

The three of them nodded simultaneously.

Adagio Dazzle: But, before you can actually join, you're going to need... this.

She turned to the others who nodded before they all started vocalizing. The green mist started coming out of their pendants and it soon came together into a ball. The ball glowed and shined before it flashed and dissipated as another pendant appeared in its place.

The pendant floated onto Adagio's hand as they turned to you.

Adagio Dazzle: Put this on Y/N, and you shall not only join our band... but you will also be... one of us. So... what do you say?

She asked while presenting the pendant to you. The three of them smirked evilly as you stared at the shiny gem sitting comfortably in Adagio's palm. You smirked sinisterly before looking back up at her.

(Y/N): What do I say? I say it's time to put both this world and Equestria under our heels.

You said in response. Adagio smirked before walking up to you and tying the pendant around your neck.

Adagio Dazzle: Congratulations Y/N, you are now... a siren.

Once it was tied around your neck, the pendant itself flashed before it changed to a dark (F/C) color. You grinned at this lovely gift that you were given before you noticed something. Adagio as well as Aria and Sonata looked at where you were looking to see the green mist coming from the Rainbooms as it finally made its way to you all. Adagio smiled at this.

Adagio Dazzle: It would seem that the Rainbooms are finally arguing with each other. This is our chance to absorb their magic.

She then turned to Aria and Sonata.

Adagio Dazzle: Let's go, you two.

She then looked back at you.

Adagio Dazzle: And you as well, newest member.

You smirked sadistically and nodded before joining them. After that, music started playing as every other student turned their attention to the stage. They soon saw you and the Dazzlings as you walked ahead of them while they walked slowly behind you. They began to vocalize as you closed your eyes and focused on the magic around you. Sure enough, the mist was being absorbed into your new pendant as well as the Dazzlings' pendants.

Meanwhile, back in the storage room, the Rainbooms were still arguing as Sunset now had a horrified look as she realized what was happening. She then turned to the Rainbooms and tried to get their attention.

Sunset Shimmer: Stop! You have to stop! This is what they've been after all along! They're feeding off of the magic inside you!

She said which managed to end the arguing as they all looked at her confused.

Applejack: How can they be using our magic? It's the magic of friendship.

She said as Sunset and Twilight looked at each other before Sunset continued.

Sunset Shimmer: Ever since you started this band, you've been letting little things get to you. I never said anything 'cause I didn't feel like it was my place. Not when I was so new to this whole "friendship" thing. I still have a lot to learn. But I do know that if you don't work out even the smallest problems right at the start, the magic of friendship can be turned into something else. And one of the end results was... Y/N leaving us.

She said the last part with a sad voice. This made the Rainbooms look at each other before they began taking in Sunset's words.

Applejack: She's right, ya'll. We lost Y/N because of our pride and ignorance. Now... he's payin' the price for our mistakes.

She said while bringing her hat to her chest.

Rarity: You're right Applejack. *sigh* We never should have been so cruel to him.

They all nodded in agreement.

Twilight Sparkle: I can't believe all this tension was happening right under my nose and I didn't realize it. I'm supposed to be the one with all the answers. And all I've done since I got here is let you down.

She said while feeling a little sad. Sunset came up to her.

Sunset Shimmer: I don't think anyone is supposed to have all the answers. But you can count on your friends to help you find them.

She said while smiling at her as Twilight smiled back.

Twilight Sparkle: I think I already have. C'mon, you guys! We need to get out of here!

She said before they all nodded and tried ramming the door but were unable to. Finally, the door opened which revealed Spike on the other side.

Twilight Sparkle: Spike!

She exclaimed before embracing her doggy/dragon companion.

Spike: Sorry I took so long. I had to find somebody who wasn't under the sirens' spell to help me get you out.

He said before Vinyl Scratch stepped in through the door.

Vinyl Scratch: Sup, guys?

Twilight Sparkle: Vinyl Scratch? But, why aren't you under the Dazzlings' spell?

Spike: She never takes her headphones off.

Vinyl nodded.

Vinyl Scratch: Yeah. I was initially really surprised to see a talking dog before he told me what happened to you all as well as everything else about the new girls and how they have evil magic and such. It definitely explains why Tavi's been acting like a total jerk all this time.

Twilight Sparkle: Well, you don't need to worry any more. We're gonna get everyone back including Y/N.

Vinyl and Spike both felt confused by that.

Spike: Wait, what happened to Y/N?

The girls gained guilty looks before Twilight explained what had happened after he had left. Spike couldn't help but feel concerned and fearful at the thought of you being evil.

Spike: That's... that's definitely not good. We're... we're gonna get him back though... right?

Rainbow Dash: Of course we are! What kind of friends would we be if we didn't do that?

Vinyl Scratch: I hope so. The thought of Y/N being malicious and evil is... unthinkable.

They all nodded in agreement.

Applejack: Well, we're not just gonna stand here and talk about it all night long, are we? Come on, yall! Time to get Y/N back and prove we've still got the magic of friendship inside us!

Twilight Sparkle: And there's only one way to do it!

Pinkie Pie: We're getting the band back together?

She asked in a hopeful voice.

Rainbow Dash: We're getting our band back together!

She said which made Pinkie squee with happiness.

Rarity: Ooh, which version of the counter-spell are we going to play?

Twilight Sparkle: I don't think it matters what song we play, as long as we play it together as friends.

Rainbow Dash: I know just the song. Fluttershy's written a really great one.

She said which made Fluttershy very happy.

Applejack: We're about to save the world here. Personally, I think we should do it in style. Rarity?

Rarity: I thought you'd never ask!

She said before pulling out a wardrobe dress rack with several dresses hanging from it. She looked at a certain outfit before sighing sadly.

Applejack: What is it, Rarity?

Rarity: Well, there was this outfit that I was going to have Y/N wear for the finals before he... well... you know.

Twilight walked up to Rarity and placed a hand on her shoulder which got her attention.

Twilight Sparkle: We're going to get him back Rarity. That's a promise that we don't intend to break.

She said while the others nodded. Rarity sighed again before nodding herself and smiling.

Rarity: Alright, let's do this, everyone!

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Back up on stage, the Dazzlings continued to vocalize while you were looking down upon your new slaves with a sinister grin. We then zoom into your head as the camera flew through the new door that formed in your mind realm where we see the hooded figure from before who was still floating in the abyss of darkness. Although we can't see it, the figure was grinning with satisfaction.

???: Yes... YES!!! Just a little bit more and I shall finally regain my full strength!

It said before maniacally laughing. We zoom back outside as the Dazzlings continued to sing and hypnotize the students while their power grew and grew.

[Play Song: Welcome To The Show.]

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The Dazzlings (Singing):

Ah-ha, ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah

Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah

Ah-ha, ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah

Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah

Adagio Dazzle (Singing):

Welcome to the show

Sonata Dusk and Aria Blaze (Singing):

Ah-ah-ah-ah, ah

Adagio Dazzle (Singing):

We're here to let you know

Sonata Dusk and Aria Blaze (Singing):

Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah

Adagio Dazzle (Singing):

Our time is now

Sonata Dusk and Aria Blaze (Singing):

Ah-ah-ah-ah, ah

The Dazzlings (Singing):

Your time is running out

Sonata Dusk and Aria Blaze (Singing):

Ah, ah, ah

The Dazzlings (Singing):

Ah-ha, ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah

Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah...

As the Dazzlings continued singing and while you were gaining power, across from the amphitheater stage, the Rainbooms as well as Sunset had gathered together on top of a hill while also wearing new outfits.

Sunset squinted at you and saw the small dark (F/C) rock hanging from your neck before a fearful look made its way to her face.

Sunset Shimmer: He's... he's become one of them!

The girls grew even more fearful at seeing this before Rainbow spoke up.

Rainbow Dash: We can't worry about that right now. What we should be worrying about is how we're going to be able to play over them from all the way up here. The Dazzlings are singing way too loudly.

They heard a honk behind them as they turned to see Vinyl Scratch driving up to them in her car before she came to a stop.

Vinyl Scratch: Watch this!

She said before pushing a button which caused her car to transform into a large set of amplifiers.

The girls cheered at this before they turned back to look at you and the Dazzlings.

Sunset Shimmer: *thinking* Don't worry Y/N, we're here to save you.

Meanwhile, the Dazzlings continued to sing.

The Dazzlings (Singing):

Feel the wave of sound

As it crashes down

The Dazzlings sent waves of red energy into the air before they made them come back down onto the crowd which hypnotized them even further.

The Dazzlings (Singing):

You can't turn away

We'll make you wanna sta-a-a-ay

The three of them began to float in the air as they began to transform via their own Pony-Up forms. To make matters worse, you had also started floating as you were also transforming.

The Dazzlings (Singing):

We will be adored

Tell us that you want us

We won't be ignored

It's time for our reward

Now you need us

Come and heed us

Nothing can stop us now

The Dazzlings had now transformed into their Pony-Up forms.

As for you, your transformation was also complete as you now had a pair of evil looking wings.

The four of you believed that you had achieved victory before the song was interrupted by some familiar singing voices. You all looked and saw the Rainbooms who were on top of a large hill across from the amphitheater as they were playing against you and the Dazzlings.

You immediately grew angry upon seeing their faces again as they continued playing.

The Rainbooms (Singing):

Oh-oh, oh-whoa-oh

I've got the music in me

Oh-oh, oh-whoa-oh

Twilight Sparkle (Singing):

Don't need to hear a crowd

Cheering out my name

I didn't come here seeking

Infamy or fame

The Rainbooms (Singing):

The one and only thing

That I am here to bring

Their singing started getting all of the students' attention as they were all unhypnotized for a moment.

The Rainbooms (Singing):

Is music, is the music

Is the music in my soul

As the Rainbooms continued to play their instruments and sing, they began to Pony-Up!

The Rainbooms (Singing):

Gonna break out (Out!)

Set myself free, yeah

Let it all go (Go!)

Just let it be, yeah

Find the music in your heart

Let the music make you start

To set yourself apart

The Rainbooms had finally finished their Pony-Up transformations as they, with the exception of Pinkie, were now floating in the air.

Adagio Dazzle: Hmph! It would seem that the Rainbooms wish to turn this into a real Battle of the Bands.

She said while glancing at you. You looked back at her before glaring back at the Rainbooms.

(Y/N): Very well then. If it's a fight they want... THEN IT'S A FIGHT THEY'LL GET!!!

You screamed while channeling some of your magic as the Dazzlings continued singing which put the students back under hypnosis.

The Dazzlings (Singing):

What we have in store (ah-ah)

All we want and more (ah-ah)

We will break on through (ah-ah)

Now it's time to finish you!

They sung before their eyes turned red as yours turned dark (F/C) as the Dazzlings summoned their true siren forms.

Once you were done channeling your magic, you had also summoned an apparition. This one... was rather unpleasant looking.

The Rainbooms, Sunset, and Spike became slightly fearful of yours and the Dazzlings apparitions as the siren apparitions began flying in circles around them as yours was flying above while glaring down upon them. The Rainbooms then noticed that your apparition was summoning a blast to fire at them.

In quick response to this, Vinyl turned up the settings on her car's equipment as Pinkie did an intense drum solo which sent large sound waves towards your apparition which stopped its attack. After your apparition was blasted away, the Dazzlings apparitions charged towards the Rainbooms.

Rarity played her keytar to support Pinkie which summoned a hailstorm of diamonds and fired them at Aria's apparition which halted her.

Fluttershy, who began playing her tambourine with much vigor, summoned a swarm of magical butterflies as they flew towards Sonata's apparition which hindered her.

Twilight then started vocalizing which summoned a cluster of magical six pointed stars as they launched themselves towards Adagio's apparition. Adagio grew angry before she vocalized back which also made her apparition vocalize as it summoned large waves of energy which pushed back and destroyed Twilight's stars.

Soon after that, all three Dazzlings began to vocalize while their apparitions did the same while firing waves of red magic at the Rainbooms while your apparition recovered as it summoned more energy. Once it was fully charged, you fired a shockwave of dark (F/C) energy which hit the Rainbooms causing Twilight's mic to fly out of her hands...

And land right in front of Sunset Shimmer!

She picked up the mic before she began to feel fearful while you and the Dazzlings smiled sinisterly.

Twilight Sparkle: Sunset Shimmer, we need you!

She called out as Sunset was hesitant at first before she saw you while you were grinning evilly.

Sunset Shimmer: *thinking* Y/N's done so much for me... now it's my turn to return the favor.

She then became a lot more confident as she grew a determined look before she stood in front of the Rainbooms. She then took her jacket off before she took a moment to speak.

Sunset Shimmer (Through The Speakers): Y/N! I know that you're still in there somewhere and that you're counting on us to set you free... and that's exactly what we're gonna do!

Meanwhile, back in the depths of your mind, the hooded figure laughed at Sunset's words.

???: Does she honestly think she and her pathetic friends can get Y/N back? Ha! They're fighting a battle that they can't win!

Back outside, you huffed at Sunset's words arrogantly as Vinyl pressed some buttons which started playing some music before Sunset started singing.

Sunset Shimmer (Singing):

You're never gonna bring me down

You're never gonna break this part of me

My friends are here to bring me 'round

Not singing just for popularity

She sung as Twilight stood back up and walked over to her and placed her hand on the mic as they sung together.

Sunset Shimmer & Twilight Sparkle (Singing):

We're here to let you know

That we won't let it go

The rest of the Rainbooms stood back up as well and started playing again, giving their friends the support they needed to win.

The Rainbooms (Singing):

Our music is a bomb and it's about to blow

You and the Dazzlings grew angry as your apparitions started flying towards the Rainbooms while they were happily singing together. Meanwhile, inside your mind, the hooded figure started getting irritated.

???: Hmm, it seems that they're more stubborn than I imagined. No matter, stubbornness only gets you so far!

Sunset Shimmer & Twilight Sparkle (Singing):

And you can try to fight

But we have got the light of

The Rainbooms (Singing):

Friendship on our side!

As the Rainbooms continued singing, a ball of white energy grew behind Sunset and Twilight. And then, with a wave of Sunset and Twilight's hands, the ball exploded into a rainbow colored shockwave which blasted back yours and the Dazzlings apparitions as it also hit the four of you. It also managed to snap the students out of their hypnosis as they looked around while wondering what was going on. The blast rattled you and the Dazzlings so much that it caused you to hunch over to the ground in pain while the Dazzlings' eyes turned back to normal. The Dazzlings looked down upon you for a moment before they looked back up at the Rainbooms.

The Rainbooms (Singing):

Got the music in our hearts

We're here to blow this thing apart

And together, we will never

Be afraid of the dark

Here to sing our song out loud

Get you dancing with the crowd

As the music of our friendship

Survives, survives!

Suddenly, something unexpected happened. Sunset began to float up into the air and grew a set of pony ears as well as a long ponytail. It was then that they realized... Sunset had Ponied-Up!

The Rainbooms (Singing):

Got the music in our hearts

We're here to blow this thing apart

And together, we will never

Be afraid of the dark

The rest of the Rainbooms began floating also as they were glowing with friendship magic. Suddenly, a rainbow light shot into the sky and formed together into a large sphere up above. The rainbow light glowed furiously until it flashed and a pair of giant blue-white ethereal and translucent wings sprouted from the sphere.

Soon after that, all of the other students started joining in on the singing. You managed to fight through the pain as you stood back up and looked at the light in the sky with a fearful look. This made the now annoyed Dazzlings look up as they had also grown fearful at seeing what you were seeing. The ball of light dissipated leaving only a colossal blue-white alicorn whose body was comprised of stars while also having a giant rainbow mane.

Everyone except you and the Dazzlings (Singing):

Here to sing our song out loud

Get you dancing with the crowd

As the music of our friendship

Survives, survives, survives!

Finally, after gathering much energy into its horn, the alicorn fired a pure white light which hit yours and the Dazzlings apparitions.

You made a split second decision and brought up a dark (F/C) shield in front of you which protected you for a moment as the camera zoomed back into your head. The hooded figure held up it's hands while trying to maintain the shield on the outside.

???: Nrgh!! I won't lose control of this body! I've come too far now!

???: Sorry to disappoint!

A voice came up from behind. The figure turned its head and saw... YOU!!! You had a grin on your face as you held up your hand which was surrounded in a (F/C) aura towards the figure.

(Y/N): Hasta la vista... baby!

You fired a huge (F/C) beam at the figure as it tried to put up its hands to protect itself but it was too late. Your beam consumed it as it began to crumble to dust.

???: GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The figure screamed before it faded away into nothing. Meanwhile, back outside, you flinched in pain as the white light destroyed yours and the Dazzlings apparitions before it hit you and the three sirens. Yours as well as the Dazzlings pendants began to crack before they shattered completely.

[End Song Here]

The light had faded as the Dazzlings were now on the floor of the stage while defeated. Their Pony-Up forms had diminished as their pendants were now shattered on the floor. Their eyes widened upon seeing this as they grew fearful.

Adagio Dazzle: *thinking* No! NO! Our pendants!

She thought while shocked and frightened. The three of them then picked up the pieces and held them close to their necks and tried to sing... which resulted in them singing horribly. The audience at first only stared at them with unimpressed looks before they began to boo, jeer, and throw a bunch of food at the Dazzlings. This forced them to flee in shame and disgrace.

The Rainbooms quickly made their way up to the stage where they saw you face down on the stage with smoke coming off of your body. Your wings were gone and your clothes were torn in a few places as your hair was completely messy.

The Rainbooms: Y/N!!

They screamed before they ran up to you and rolled you onto your back. Your eyes were closed as they became more and more scared.

Rainbow Dash: Come on, big guy! Don't quit on us now!

Pinkie Pie: Please Y/N! Open your eyes!

You at first were completely motionless before you began to stir and silently groan to yourself. The girls began to smile happily at you being okay before you slowly rose up with your arms forward like a zombie.

(Y/N): I LIIIIIIIIIVE!!!!

(A/N: If you can guess this reference, I'll give you a whole cake.)

You then found yourself sitting upright as your eyes had returned to normal. You blinked a few times before you noticed the girls all around you.

(Y/N): Oh, hey guys.

The Rainbooms: Y/N!!!!

They exclaimed before they pulled you into a group hug which suffocated you just a little bit, but you still accepted it. You then opened your eyes and spoke.

(Y/N): It's funny. I had this... weird dream that I had turned evil and started working for the Dazzlings. And also that you guys kicked me out of the band.

The girls eyes widened before they ended the group hug and they helped you stand back up.

Twilight Sparkle: Y/N, all of that really happened.

She said which made your own eyes widen.

(Y/N): You mean...

They all nodded which made you start feeling down about it.

(Y/N): Oh... so... I guess I should leave then... since I'm not in the band anymore.

You said sadly before you started walking away. Rainbow stopped you by running up in front of you.

Rainbow Dash: Wait, Y/N. We don't want you to leave.

She sighed before continuing.

Rainbow Dash: We wanted to say that... we're sorry. We're so sorry for kicking you out of the band.

The others walked up to you while continuing off of Rainbow's words.

Rarity: We thought that you would be safe from the Dazzlings' influence if you were to leave.

Fluttershy: But, we never thought that they would have reached you so easily.

Pinkie Pie: We were only doing what we thought was best for you. But in the end... all we did was take away your smile which only made us a bunch of meanies.

Applejack: We never wanted to hurt you so much, sugarcube. We were just... scared.

Twilight Sparkle: We should have put more faith and trust in you.

Sunset Shimmer: But, instead, we failed you as your friends.

The Rainbooms: We're sorry, Y/N.

They all said while feeling sad and guilty. You looked down while in thought before you looked back up at them and sighed.

(Y/N): I... I guess I can understand why you all felt that way. I was acting rather differently during the Battle of the Bands. I should have kept it better under control. For the record, I'm sorry too, for losing my temper and yelling at you all.

Rarity: You have absolutely nothing to be sorry about, Y/N. We should have been better friends towards you.

Rainbow Dash: Look, if you don't wanna rejoin our band, then we won't force you. But, it would mean a lot to us if you did. So... whaddya say?

She asked in a slightly hopeful voice as they all looked at you. You thought for a moment before you looked up at them and smiled.

(Y/N): What do I say? I say let's continue to bring joy to people with our music.

You said which made all of them smile with glee as Sunset turned and saw the shattered remains of the Dazzlings' pendants before she walked over and picked up a piece while examining it.

Sunset Shimmer: Guess that explains why these were so special to them.

The rest of you turned to her as Twilight spoke up.

Twilight Sparkle: Without those pendants and the magic you brought here from Equestria, they're just three harmless teenage girls.

You all nodded before a certain blue-haired guitar player came up and hugged Twilight.

Flash Sentry: Rainbooms rule! That was amazing!

He said in an astonished voice as you and the rest of the girls giggled at the cute sight. Flash and Twilight then stared at each other with huge blushes while you suddenly got an idea. The both of them then started leaning their heads closer to each other before you popped up between them.

(Y/N): Sudden group hug!

You said while pulling the both of them close to you as they had embarrassed looks while the others couldn't help but chuckle. You then separated as Flash then looked at you and Twilight with a guilty look.

Flash Sentry: Look, Y/N. I wanted to say that I'm sorry to both you and Twilight for how I acted in the hallway. I was just so caught up in winning the competition that I acted out of line. You guys didn't deserve it and it wasn't right for me to behave in that way.

You then looked at Twilight who smiled and nodded at you before you turned to Flash with your own smile.

(Y/N): Eh, don't worry about it, Flash. We were all caught up in the competition, so you're not the only one who acted differently. So, I forgive you.

Twilight Sparkle: So do I.

She said while smiling which made him smile at the both of you before he held out his fist to you.

Flash Sentry: Buds?

You grinned.

(Y/N): Buds.

You said before you both fist-bumped each other. Trixie then came up to you all.

Trixie Lulamoon: Y/N, what in the world happened? Also, why does Trixie remember being so mean and cruel to you and everyone else?

(Y/N): Don't worry Trix. I'm sure my friends can explain everything.

You said while turning to them. They nodded before Twilight grabbed a mic and started explaining everything to all of the students: How the new girls were actually three evil sirens who controlled people with their magic, how they manipulated Principal Celestia and Vice Principal Luna into changing the Musical Showcase into the Battle of the Bands, how their singing made all of them start arguing and fighting with each other which allowed the Dazzlings to feed off of the negativity.

She also explained how she, Sunset Shimmer, and the Rainbooms had managed to free them from the Dazzlings' mind control using the magic of friendship through song and how it destroyed their pendants which rendered them unable to control anyone ever again.

You then walked up to Twilight and tapped her shoulder which made her look at you. You motioned towards the mic which made her understand as she nodded and let you step in front of the mic.

(Y/N): Everyone, there's also something else you should know.

They all grew curious as they intently listened to what you were about to say.

(Y/N): I... I too was controlled by the Dazzlings. I believed in their lies and... became one of them.

You revealed which shocked all of the students while some of them grew a little bit fearful of you. You sighed before continuing.

(Y/N): Now, I know that some of you are more likely distrustful towards me and that's completely understandable. I just want you all to know that I'm truly sorry and that I'm not going to be that kind of person anymore. I'm going to do all that I can to make sure that me being evil will eventually become nothing more than a distant forgotten memory.

They started to feel more sympathetic for you as you continued.

(Y/N): Hopefully, I can be the savior of CHS again when the time comes.

You said sadly while looking down at the ground. Twilight walked up to you which got your attention.

Twilight Sparkle: Y/N, you still are the Savior of CHS. Always have, always will be.

She said while smiling as the other students smiled at you also.

(Y/N): You really mean that?

You asked.

Twilight Sparkle: I do.

You smiled at her before turning to the students again.

(Y/N): One more thing. Can you all please believe me now when I say that Sunset has truly changed herself for the better. Because the Rainbooms wouldn't have been able to stop me and the Dazzlings if it wasn't for her.

You said which made all of their eyes widen as Trixie went up to her.

Trixie Lulamoon: Sunset, is what he said true? That you helped liberate us from the new girls?

Sunset nodded.

Sunset Shimmer: It is.

In that moment, Trixie, and the entire student body, collectively started feeling guilty for treating her so horribly for so long. Trixie spoke up once more.

Trixie Lulamoon: If it is, in fact, true that you've turned yourself around Sunset Shimmer... then Trixie is more than willing to forgive you.

She said before pulling her into a surprise hug which really made Sunset happy as she started crying tears of joy. The other students also began to voice their apologies as Sunset couldn't be any more happier in this moment. She had been finally forgiven for her past sins thanks to you and the Rainbooms. Finally, after what seemed like forever, the students were finished with their apologies. You then walked up to Sunset and placed a hand on her shoulder.

(Y/N): You see, Sunset? Didn't I tell you that they'd forgive you eventually?

You said with a smile to which she nodded before displaying her own smile as she looked at you.

Sunset Shimmer: You did. Looks like you upheld your Pinkie Promise to me.

Pinkie Pie: Yep! He sure did!

She said before squeeing which made all of you chuckle.

(Y/N): So, Twilight. I'm guessing that you and Spike will be heading back home soon, right?

Twilight Sparkle: Yes. With the Dazzlings defeated and CHS safe once again, it's now time for me and Spike to go back to Equestria. I still have my duties as a princess after all.

Spike: Also, I'm sure that our friends will be really worried about us.

Rainbow Dash: You know, since Twilight is going back to Equestria soon. The Rainbooms could really use someone to help Fluttershy on vocals.

She said to Sunset who grabbed a nearby guitar and played an incredible guitar riff.

Sunset Shimmer: I also play guitar.

This made all of you speechless for a moment or two.

(Y/N): Well... guess it'd be stupid to say no then. Right Rainbow?

Rainbow Dash: ...We'll see.

She said before the Rainbooms all pulled Sunset into a group hug which made you smile.

(Y/N): *thinking* Heh, I always did enjoy happy endings.

Trixie then came up to you.

Trixie Lulamoon: Y/N, Trixie overheard a rumor that you can apparently sing. Is this true?

(Y/N): Sure is, Trixie. Why do you ask?

Trixie Lulamoon: Well, she was wondering if you were willing to sing for us?

Twilight Sparkle: Wait a minute, you can sing Y/N? Now this, I've gotta hear for myself.

She said while feeling excited. The rest of the Rainbooms nodded in agreement before you smirked and chuckled.

(Y/N): Okay, okay. I'll do it. But, I'm gonna need some help from you guys.

Rarity: Now, hold on just a moment buster! You can't perform a song while looking like this!

She said while referring to your current look as she zoomed off and came back with the same clothing rack from before and pulled out a certain outfit from it. She then quickly put it on you while also fixing up your hair and your overall look. Once she was finished, you examined yourself in your new outfit.

(Y/N): Rarity, this looks awesome! Easily your best work yet!

Rarity blushed from the comment before she quickly got rid of it before smiling.

Rarity: Why, thank you Y/N darling. I hoped that you would like it.

(Y/N): I should be thanking you instead. Anyways, how about we show these students what we're all made of?

You asked them to which they nodded in agreement. You then walked back up to the mic and spoke to the other students.

(Y/N): Hey, guys. Why don't we liven up the mood with some music? You see, my friends here wanna hear me sing. Do you guys wanna hear me sing?

You said as all of the students cheered in response.

(Y/N): Well, in that case, strap yourselves in, cause we've got a song for all of you!

You said before you and the Rainbooms began to play a song while you were singing.

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(A/N: If you haven't already, check out the rest of Natewantstobattle's sonic album. They're really well done and I highly recommend it.)

Y/N (Singing):

This is my escape

I'm running through this world

And I'm not looking back

'Cause I know I can go

Where no one's ever gone

And I'm not looking back

But how will I know when I get there?

And how will I know when to leave?

We've all gotta start from somewhere

And it's right there for me

The possibilities are never ending!

I see it, I see it

And now it's all within my reach

Endless possibility...

I see it, I see it now

It's always been inside of me

And now I feel so free

Endless possibility!

As the song continued to play, something unexpected happened. You started floating up into the air as the girls looked upon you with astonishment and excitement. You then sprouted a pair of pony ears, your hair grew a long pony-tail, and a pair of wings appeared on your back. That's when you had realized... you had Ponied-Up!

(Y/N): *thinking* Did... did I just Pony-Up?! This is awesome!!

Y/N (Singing):

And so I'll carry on

My time to shine has come

I feel it

As fast as I can go

Straight to the top I know

You'll see it!

So please wake me up when I get there

It feels like I'm lost in a dream

I know in my heart that it's my time

And I already see

The possibilities are never ending!

I see it, I see it

And now it's all within my reach

Endless possibility...

I see it, I see it now

It's always been inside of me

And now I feel so free

Endless possibility!

Drop that smile, 'cause you're beaten again!

Now, this is where my journey begins!

You're losing speed, you're losing your flow

But inside me's a power you'll never know!

Just let it out - it's inside you!

You better all stand back, 'cause I'm coming through!

I see it, I see it

And now it's all within my reach...

I see it, I see it now

It's always been inside of me...

I see it, I see it

And now it's all within my reach

Endless possibility...

I see it, I see it now

It's always been inside of me

And now I feel so free

Endless possibility!

(Endless possibility...)

Endless possibility!

(Endless possibility...)

Endless possibility!

[End Song Here]

The song had ended as everyone cheered for you as you were bowing while also thanking them. Meanwhile, the girls, minus Twilight... again, looked at you with hearts in their eyes.

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The next day had arrived as you, Twilight, Sunset, Spike, and the Rainbooms were standing outside of the Wondercolts statue as Twilight and Spike were about ready to leave.

Applejack: Sure wish you could stay longer.

Twilight Sparkle: Me too. But I have responsibilities in Equestria that I have to get back to. Its citizens need me. But now I can go through the portal whenever I need to. This isn't goodbye. It's just goodbye 'til next time.

She told you all which made you smile at her.

(Y/N): I guess I'll be seeing you next time... "cousin."

You said while smirking. Twilight smiled before pulling you into a hug.

Twilight Sparkle: No matter what anyone says, you'll always be the Savior of CHS in my eyes, Y/N. Never forget that.

(Y/N): I won't. Thanks Twi.

You said before you both separated as she and Spike turned to the mirror.

Twilight Sparkle: Ready?

She asked her furry little friend.

Spike: Ready.

You and the Rainbooms waved goodbye as Twilight and Spike walked through the portal and back to their homeworld.

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A few hours later, we see you and the Rainbooms at the amphitheater stage where you were all getting ready for practice. Meanwhile, Sunset was writing to Twilight in her magical journal.

Sunset Shimmer: Dear Princess Twilight, Missing you already, and I hope you'll be back soon. Things are definitely looking up for me here at Canterlot High. But I know I still have a lot to learn about friendship. Hope you don't mind if I write to you for advice when I need it. Your friend, Sunset Shimmer.

You soon walked up to her.

(Y/N): Whatcha doin' Sunset? Writing to Twilight?

She nodded.

Sunset Shimmer: Mm-hmm. I miss her already.

You nodded too before sitting down next to her.

(Y/N): Yeah, me too. She's pretty much become family to me at this point, even though we've only known each other for a short time.

Sunset Shimmer: Heh, yeah.

You then remembered something that you felt that you should bring up with her.

(Y/N): Sunset? Can I tell you something?

She grew curious from hearing that.

Sunset Shimmer: Sure. What is it?

(Y/N): Yesterday, back during the semi finals of the Battle of the Bands, when I kicked Rainbow Dash during that song. I didn't do that just to stop her from Ponying-Up... I also did it... well... for you.

Sunset grew very surprised to hear you say that as her eyes widened.

Sunset Shimmer: You... you did that... for me?

(Y/N): I did. I didn't want the students to have another reason to think you were evil, so I kicked Rainbow Dash to stop you from making yourself look bad. If it meant that I had to damage my own reputation in order to preserve yours... then that's exactly what I was gonna do.

Sunset couldn't believe what she was hearing. You risked having the students yell and be angry at you just so they wouldn't be angry towards her again? Sunset couldn't help but feel the same feelings she felt some time ago.

Sunset Shimmer: *thinking* I... I can't believe he did that... for me. I can't deny these feelings any longer. I'm... I'm in love with Y/N. I love Y/N! I sincerely hope that I can tell him soon.

(Y/N): Sunset? You okay?

You asked which snapped her out of her current thought before she smiled at you.

Sunset Shimmer: Y-Yeah, I'm fine. Thank you Y/N. For looking out for me.

You nodded.

(Y/N): You're welcome, Sunset. You've become someone that I really care about.

You pulled her into a hug as she gladly accepted it. Rainbow then came by and interrupted you.

Rainbow Dash: Umm, I hate to ruin a tender looking moment, but we're about to start practice soon, you guys.

You and Sunset separated the hug as you both turned to her.

(Y/N): We'll be there in a second, Rainbow.

She nodded before walking back to the others. You turned back to Sunset with a smile.

(Y/N): You ready?

She nodded.

Sunset Shimmer: Ready is my middle name!

She said while smirking which made you chuckle as you both stood up and walked back over to the rest of the Rainbooms.

Rainbow Dash: Alright, guys! Let's do this!

Pinkie Pie: One! Two! Three! Four!

She yelled out while tapping her drumsticks together as you all began to play.

[Play Song: Shine Like Rainbows]

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Applejack (Singing):

Once upon a time

You came into my world and made the stars align

Rarity (Singing):

Now I can see the signs

You pick me up when I get down so I can shine

The Rainbooms (Singing):

Shine like rainbows

Shine like rainbows

Rainbow Dash (Singing):

Friends, you are in my life

And you can count on me to be there by your side

Sunset Shimmer (Singing):

And when the music comes alive

We sing our songs to lift us up so we can shine

The Rainbooms (Singing):

And the sound that we hear in our hearts

Makes a crescendo

And the light that ignites in the dark

It makes us all glow

And shine like rainbows

We shine like rainbows

Together we stand

As the rain begins to fall

And holdin' our heads up high

As the sun shines through it all

And the sound that we hear in our hearts

Makes a crescendo

And the light that ignites in the dark

It makes us all glow

And shine like rainbows

We shine like rainbows

Shine like rainbows

We shine like rainbows

We shine like rainbows

[End Song Here]

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Meanwhile, somewhere else in the city of Canterlot, we see someone analyzing a wall which had a pin-board placed upon it. The board itself had various things strewn across it which included lines of red string leading to different things, a photograph of CHS which sat in the very middle of it all, as well as several graphs, charts, and measurements.

The person is revealed to be... Twilight?!?!

Sci-Twi: No doubt about it Spike. There's definitely something strange going on at that school.

She said in a suspicious voice as her dog only barked in response.

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Back with you and the Rainbooms, you were currently having lunch together as the girls were conversing about different things while you were having a personal thought to yourself.

(Y/N): *thinking* It's weird, even though I'm happy that that hooded figure is gone, I still wish I knew who they were. Well, nothing can be done about it now, I suppose. It's gone forever.

The word "forever" echoed as the camera once again zoomed into your mind. We see the mind realm as it normally was with the new door seemingly missing. However... that soon changed. A dark (F/C) magic swirled around and formed itself into the new door. It stood silently for a moment before a set of loud bangs could be heard from the other side of it. It then violently swung open to reveal the darkness inside. Silence was all that was heard before an all too familiar voice bellowed from the darkness.

???: I may have been stopped for now... but soon... the day of reckoning will come... and both this world... and Equestria... will... be... mine!

Then, in the darkness, a pair of slitted dark (F/C) eyes opened as evil maniacal laughter could be heard until the screen cut to black as the laughter faded.

How's it going guys? Jordanwolfboy here! I can proudly say that the Rainbow Rocks arc is finally complete! It might just be me, but I felt like this particular arc took way less time to complete than the first movie's arc. I dunno, it might be the case. Prove me right or wrong in the comments. Anyways, I sincerely hope you guys enjoyed this arc and I'll see you all in the next chapter! Peace!