Episode 18: Trouble is Brewing on All Sides
In Dr. Eggman's lair, Mag Melia is practicing using her Chaos Energy. She creates Dark Energy around the area. Soon, she uses the Dark Energy at a small pool of water that turns into a dark purple color. Then it spreads out of the pool to make multiple puddles on the ground. With that, they rise up until they are shaped like Chaos from the Master Emerald.
Mag Melia evilly laughs and says, "Yes. With my new powers, I am able to create my own army! Soon, I will use my army to take over all of Mobius!"
Then commands her arm, "Rise my Chaos Army! Rise and enslave every creature, animal, and civilization! I'm counting on you to protect me from any enemy that dares to stop us! Most of all… Princess Sun and her meddling friends, the Freedom Fighters and the Chaotix!"
Mag Melia begins to laugh evilly to see that her plans are about to take place. Then, they all open to reveal glowing red eyes. Unknown to her, Orbot continues to spy on Mag Melia and her new army. He hopes that he has enough data to get to Sun and her friends about Mag Melia's real intentions.
Two days have gone by and Sun feels a lot better from her cold. Right now, Sun along with the Freedom Fighters are playing a game of soccer. Cream and Cheese are cheering for the two teams. On the soccer field, Sonic and Shadow are nudging each other as they try to get the ball from each other. Sally, Amy, and Sun are running from behind.
"What's up with those two?" Sun asks.
"Sonic and Shadow have a bit of a rivalry and fight like this all the time," Amy says.
"And sometimes they can get really extreme with their competition," Sally says.
Sun giggles, "Reminds me of Applejack and Rainbow Dash. They may be good friends, but they can get pretty competitive with each other."
Sun then runs past the boys and takes the ball, causing the two hedgehogs to come to a halt.
Sonic quickly turns around, "Hey!"
"Bye guys," Sun says as she runs to the goal while kicking the ball.
Sally who is on Sun's team runs over as she says, "How competitive are your friends?"
"Really competitive. There are tons of stories. There's this one time, they competed to see who can join the most clubs at our school. However, it ended in a tie," Sun says.
Sally giggles, "A tie? Bet they weren't too happy about that?"
"No they weren't," Sun says.
Sally and Amy begin laughing. Amy then approaches the goal that Tails is guarding. Sun runs after as she reaches the goal. Sun then kicks the ball and scores the goal.
Sun cheers, "Yes."
"Great job, Sun," Sally happily says.
"Thanks," Eve says.
Tails holds the ball and walks over to Sun, "How you learn to play Soccer like that?"
"Well, you can thank Rainbow for that. She's the captain of every sport in school." Sun says.
"What about your other friends?" Amy asks.
"You love them. Twilight is very smart and good as science and robotics. Applejack is stronger and is athletic as Rainbow. Fluttershy is kind and cares for the animals in my home. Pinkie is very happy, energetic, and loves to throw parties. Rarity is a fashionista and is generous. The Dazzlings: Adagio, Aria, and Sonata are great singers. Falling Star is as smart as Twilight and…" Sun says about her friends.
Bunnie giggles, "Sounds like you have great friends."
"Yeah. I wish you all could meet them like Cream and Cheese did," Sun says.
Suddenly, they hear a loud alarm.
"What's that?" Sonic asks.
"It's coming from Freedom HQ," Rotor says.
Sonic, Sun, and everyone hurry inside and see the flashing light coming from inside. They all turn to see the screen reads 'Alert' and the light is also flashing red.
Sally asks, "Nicole, what's going on?"
Nicole appears on the screen, "Sally. We're receiving a call from the Mayor of Popadopolis."
"Put it on screen," Nicole says.
Nicole nods her head and changes the screen to show a brown Mobian toad with green eyes. He is wearing a black suit with a white shirt, red tie, and a small black hat.
"Sonic! You have to help us! Strange creatures attacking the city and are being led by a strange being calling herself Mag Melia," The Mayor says in a panic.
"Mag Melia?!" Sonic, Tails, and Amy exclaims.
"Who is zis Mag Mela?"Antoine asks.
"It's Glittering Sparkle. She is somehow able to gain this powerful energy and is becoming dangerously powerful," Sun says.
"Dangerous is an understatement young lady! That menace is leading an army of strange frightening creatures!" The Toad Mayor says in fright.
The Mayor then changes the screen to show Glittering Sparkle who is now calling herself Mag Melia commanding an armor of strange dark purple water creatures with red eyes around the city. The creatures are chasing and capturing the citizens, destroying buildings and other areas. Sun and the Freedom Fighters are shocked to see what Mag Melia has done.
The Mayor panics, "Please, you must stop her before she destroys everything and takes over our city."
"We'll get there as soon as possible. Try to form an evacuation to save as many people as you can," Sally says.
"We'll try, but it looks like she isn't willing to let us through," The Toad Mayor says.
With that, the monitor goes off, leaving the group in a shocked state.
"I-I can't believe it," Sun says, lowering her head and is stunned.
Silver says in concern, "It's happening."
The others look at Silver with confused expressions on their face.
"What do you mean?" Amy asks.
"Back in my time, there were strange creatures that looked like that. They are also led by the Glittering Sparkle Girl, but she also turned into a dragon," Silver says.
"The situation is only getting worse. I never knew she could summon such strange creatures and is taking over a city," Sun says, worried.
"I agree. I think the Dark Chaos Emerald has done something awful to her," Cream sadly says.
"Chao Chao," Cheese replies with a frown.
Amy crosses her arms, sternly, "Well, it's her own fault for allowing her anger and jealousy to get the better of her."
"That may be, but she needs help," Sun says.
"I have to agree," Sally says.
Nicole says, "Affirmative. We need a way to fight back."
"Luckily, we got the Chaos Emeralds. Shadow, Silver, Sun, and I can use the Chaos Emeralds to gain our super forms and fight her back," Silver says.
"It's good, but will it work for Sun again, and we still need to free Rouge from the Master Emerald," Silver says.
"And we need to find a way to get to Glittering Sparkle who is in the city and has those strange creatures after anyone who dares to intrude the area," Sun says.
Sonic groans, "You're right. We're going to need some help."
"It will be advisable to call Knuckles and the Chaotix. They can help us get through the monsters and reach Mag Melia," Sally says.
"I'll call them right away," Nicole says.
"Right. We should start getting the Sky Patrol ready for our departure for Popadopolis," Rotor says.
"Right," The gang answers.
On Angel Island, Knuckles and the Chaotix are at the Master Emerald Altar relaxing and are having some snacks. Just then, Julie-Su's dreadlock begins to rise up and sends out a kind of signal.
"Hmm, I must be getting a call," Julie-Su says
She and Knuckles bring out the TV screen and Julie-Su connects her antenna to the TV with a connecting cord. When the connection is complete, Sally appears on the screen.
"Sally, what's going on?" Knuckles asks.
"It's Glittering Sparkle. Well, more like Mag Melia. She's attacking Popadopolis with strange creatures that look like Chaos," Sally says.
"What?! Are you serious?!" Knuckles asks, shocked.
"Yes. We need you and the Chaotix to help us fight Glittering Sparkle before she does anything else destructive," Sally says.
"Don't worry, we'll help you stop her right away. We'll use the Warp Ring and be there no problem," Knuckles says.
"Thank you. We'll be at the Sky Patrol after gathering some supplies," Sally says.
"Right," Knuckles says.
Just as Sally ends the call with Knuckles and Julie-Su, a strange light appears in the room. The next moment, a lavender cat wearing purple, red, and white color clothes appear in the room. She wears white gloves, a red gem on her forehead and a red headband. The feline has seven gems circling around her.
Sonic surprisingly says, "It's Blaze."
Sonic, Sun, and the others are surprised to see an unexpected guest appearing in Freedom HQ. To hear Sonic's reaction, Sun can tell that Sonic must know her.
Sonic says, "Blaze. I didn't expect you to be here."
"Hello Sonic. And I see Silver is here as well," Blaze the Cat says.
"Blaze. I'm glad you're here. Did the Sol Emeralds have anything to do with it?" Silver asks.
"Yes. The Sol Emerald senses a dark presence in this world. However, it also senses a pure presence and that I should head to where the pure presence is," Blaze says.
Sonic and Silver look at Sun and show calm smiles on their faces.
Blaze then notices the fire haired girl, "Hello. Who might you be?"
"Hello. My name it's Sun. I actually came from a different world. I guess at this time, I'm one of the Princesses in Equestria, but also currently living in a different world in Canterlot City," Sun says, with her cheeks turning red.
"Hello. My name is Blaze. Princess of the Sol Dimension and Guardian of the Sol Emeralds," Blaze introduces.
The two princesses then shake hands.
Sun asks, "Are the Sol Emeralds those Gems you have?"
"Yes. They have incredible powers, but only I have the power to use them," Blaze says.
"Really? That's amazing," Sun says.
"Indeed," Blaze says.
Then says, "I am glad I found you. The pure one."
"Huh?" Sun replies confused.
Before Sun can ask, Amy, Cream, and Cheese hug Blaze with glee.
"Hi Blaze," Cream happily says.
"It's great to see you again," Amy adds.
"Chao Chao," Cheese happily replies.
Blaze is surprised to see them hugging her, but she shows a smile on her face and hugs them back.
"It is nice to see you again my friends, but it seems that a disaster is approaching," Blaze says.
"That's actually the reason why I came here from my time period. And we know who is responsible for your senses. What's more, Sun is the one to defeat her," Silver says.
"You do?" Blaze asks.
Sun sadly sighs, "It's a long story, so we'll explain the best we can.
Sun, along with Sonic and the others explain the situation about Sun and Glittering Sparkle from top to bottom. They also explain that Dr. Eggman is the reason why the Dark Chaos Emerald exists and it's consuming Glittering Sparkle. At the time, it's starting to turn her into some kind of masked monster. Soon, they all finish by telling them with Glittering Sparkle who is now calling herself Mag Melia is doing to the city called Popadopolis.
"I see who this girl Mag Melia is the cause of the dark presence I've sensed," Blaze replies.
"That's right," Sun answers.
"And that means that you must be the one with the pure presence. The one I'm supposed to find," Blaze says.
"I guess so. We need to get to Popadopolis and stop Glittering Sparkle," Sun says.
"Yeah. Knuckles and the others are on their way and we need to meet at the Sky Patrol and take off as soon as possible," Sonic says.
"Then let's hurry," Bunnie says.
Sun thinks, "I… I really hope we can save Glittering Sparkle… so then… Why do I think it's too late for her… the Dark Chaos Emerald is making it hard for her to let go. Now that it's attached to her chest."
In Dr. Eggman's lair, the owner of the lair is working on the computers to do some research about Sun and her friends. He records Sun fight at G.U.N HQ. However, he then presses some keypads on the control panel to show Glittering Sparkle.
"Hmm, interesting. Sun and Glittering Sparkle are emitting the same Chaos Energy, but Sun is purer than Glittering Sparkle. Glittering Sparkle also has the Dark Chaos Emeralds," Eggman thinks.
Then presses on another button and on the screen, it shows Sun and Glittering Sparkle's fight.
"They both are very strong, and gain different powers. I have to be sure to add more when Glittering Sparkle… uh, Mag Melia… or whatever she calls herself comes back. Although, she doesn't say where she is going," Eggman thinks.
The metal door opens and Orbot comes floating into the room. He floats towards Dr. Eggman to see him working.
Orbot says, "Hello Dr. Eggman, it is nice to see you working."
"I guess. Those two girls are becoming more and more of a mystery than I could imagine," Eggman says.
Then asks, "Have Mag Melia returned yet?"
"No sir, I haven't heard from her either. It doesn't sound very good," Orbot says.
"What that supposed to mean?" Eggman asks, turning to Orbot.
Orbot asks, "Dr. Eggman, are you sure Mag Melia could be trusted. I have a bad feeling she is planning something and it involves disposing of us."
"Please, what can she do anyway," Eggman says, brushing Orbot off.
Then smirks, "Besides, I have my own plans for her."
"What do you have exactly?" Orbot says.
Eggman presses the computer pad and then shows a strange design. It shows multiple rods and each is connected to a small sphere of maxi-glass to fit a small child. They are also connected to a large sphere in the middle that can fit a grown person inside. Above the large one is another that is also big enough for another person to be put inside.
"What is it, sir?" Orbot asks.
Eggman laughs, "This is my old project, the Egg Grapes. When Glittering Sparkle returned. I'm going to use my teleport ray to teleport that girl into the Egg Grapes. With the Egg Grapes, I can use it to drain the Girl's power and the Dark Chaos Emerald. I also plan to put the Chaos Emerald and the Master Emerald in them as well. With all that power, I will soon destroy those Freedom Fighters and create the Eggman Empire!"
Then he maniacally laughs.
"But sir, if Mag Melia finds out what we're planning," Orbot says, concerned.
"What can she do about it? She has no idea what I'm planning. Once she comes back from wherever she's going, she's going to end up being the main energy source," Eggman says.
"Orbot then asks, "How do you plan to get the Master Emerald and the Chaos Emerald? Knuckles and the Chaotix are guarding the Master Emerald and Sun has the Chaos Emeralds and with Sonic and the Freedom Fighters, including Shadow and Silver are with her, it will be close to impossible to get them."
"It's quite simple. I'll let Glittering Sparkle handle getting the Chaos Emerald and if I play my cards right, Knuckles and the Chaotix will be joining them. Meaning that no one will be guarding the Master Emerald." Eggman says.
Orbot says to himself in concern, "I'm getting a very very bad feeling about this."
Back in New Mobotropolis, Sonic, Sun, and the others are getting supplies inside the Sky Patrol. They all bring in boxes of food, beverages, medical supplies, and more. It doesn't take long for everyone to get the supplies into the Sky Patrol. Soon, they will depart for Popadopolis to stop Mag Melia and her minions.
Sometime later, Sun is sitting right by the Power Ring Lake as the Chaos are flying around with smiles on their faces. She sadly sighs as she thinks about how much Glittering Sparkle is changing. More and more, Sun can tell that Glittering Sparkle is getting more corrupted and more resentful towards her.
"Hello Sun," A voice says.
Sun turns her head to see Shadow the Hedgehog.
"Hey Shadow, how are you doing?" Sun asks.
"Alright, but what about you?" Shadow answers.
"I'm doing fine. I guess," Sun answers.
"I don't know. You've been awfully quiet since we got off the line with the Mayor," Shadow says.
Sun blushes a little, "I guess I was just deep in thought."
"You're worried about Glittering Sparkle, aren't you?" Shadow asks.
"Yes," Sun admits, and lets out a sad sigh.
"Why are you worried about her? From what Cream and the others explained, even yourself, Glittering Sparkle has been causing problems to everyone around her, especially you. She's done nothing but make you suffer," Shadow asks, sternly.
Sun sighs and says, "Aria and Rainbow Dash wondered the same thing, They even wonder why I tried to make friends with her even though she hates me."
"So why do you?" Shadow asks.
"I have to agree with Shadow on this one," Another voice says.
Sun and Shadow turn their heads to see Sonic and Silver close by to them.
"Hi Sonic. Hi Silver," Sun says.
"Hey Sun, we were wondering where you're at," Sonic says.
Sonic and Silver soon sit beside Sun.
"What do you want?" Shadow sternly asks.
"Don't worry, we were wondering where you two went off to," Sonic says.
Then Silver says, "Still, I have to agree with Shadow. Glittering Sparkle has been nothing but trouble to you. And no matter how much you try to reason with her, she refuses to accept it. Even before she got a hold of that Chaos Emerald."
"I know, but I think there's a reason why Glittering Sparkle is acting this way. From what I sense, Glittering Sparkle is not only corrupted by the Chaos Emerald and is full of pure anger… she's been hurting," Sun says, worried.
Sonic says, "I see what you mean. You somehow were able to see Glittering Sparkle in your mind."
"Yeah. I'm still confused on how you're able to tap into Glittering Sparkle's mind in your sleep," Silver says, turning to Sun.
Sun giggles a little, "I know it doesn't make sense, but I think my magic seems to spread out whenever I'm sleeping. At first I thought it might be a surge or something, but it seems that my magic knows what it's doing."
"A surge?" Sonic says, confused.
"Well, back in Equestria Unicorns can have surges that happen from time to time, especially for babies. Baby Unicorns have uncontrollable magic surges that come and go," Sun says.
"I remember you telling us that you used to be a Unicorn, so you used to have surges too?" Sonic asks.
"Yes. I'm sure you all have strange surges, boost your powers, or have trouble controlling them from time to time, even when you get older," Sun says.
Sonic and Silver think about the statement while Shadow rolls his eyes.
"I have to admit, my powers were hard to control when I was a kid, but um, I was given a special education and now I got better control of my psychokinesis," Silver says.
"I see. As I get older, I was able to go faster than I've ever been and I've become stronger as well," Sonic says.
Sonic then speeds away and speeds back in a blink of an eye.
"See what I mean," Sonic says with a smirk.
Sun giggles with a smile on her face.
Sun then turns to Shadow and asks, "What about you?"
"I was never a child to be honest. My abilities just come naturally and I never had trouble controlling it," Shadow answers.
Sonic snickers, "Except when it comes to his temper."
"I heard that," Shadow growls in anger.
Sun says, "Come on guys, can't we all get along."
"No," Sonic and Shadow answer.
Sun and Silver sigh.
Sometime later, they arrive at the Sky Patrol. A Warp Ring appears in front of the ship and it glows. Knuckles and the Chaotix come out of the Warp Ring. The Ring closes when Saffron and Charmy are the last to come out.
"Hey Knucklehead, glad to see you finally made it," Sonic says.
"Do you always have to mock me?!" Knuckles angrily asks.
"Pretty much," Sonic says.
Sun giggles as she covers her mouth.
"See, even Sun thinks it's funny, Chuckles," Sonic remarks.
Sun, Amy, Cream and Cheese begin to giggle as they cover their mouths.
"Looks like two points for Sonic," Vector says.
Knuckles sternly turns to Vector, "Very funny."
"Alright guys, let's get on the Sky Patrol and take off for Popadopolis," Sally says.
"Then let's do this," Sonic says.
Everyone is soon in the Sky Patrol and are in their seats. Rotor, Sally, and Nicole are in the Control Room. Nicole starts up the controls and the engine to the Sky Patrol. Soon, the Sky Patrol begins to fly in the air and departs for Popadopolis.
As the Sky Patrol flies in the air, a small orb of dark purple water is floating in the air. And with a glowing red eye, it has its sight on the Sky Patrol where Sun, the Freedom Fighters, and the Chaotix are.
In a secret room, Mag Melia is sitting on a throne to look at a pool of purple water to see Sun and her friends are flying in the Sky Patrol.
Mag Melia says, "So… Princess Sun and her friends are on their way to my Empire. It looks like I don't need to go destroy her. She is leading to her own fate. Soon… you shall meet your end, Sun."
On her chest, the Dark Chaos Emerald begins to shine. Suddenly, the real Glittering Sparkle is being shown in the Emerald. The girl hugs her knees and whimpers in fear. She really wants to get out and be her old self again. Sadly, she doesn't have the power or the will to do so.