After a few minutes, the three of them were armed and ready to go. Wind had her father's sword and Dash has her sword. Applespice had made a trip home to grab his gear. He was wearing brown leather armor and had a large hammer strapped to his back. As they were heading out the door, Scootaloo came in with a huge smile on her face. "We've done it. All of the cyborgs are back to normal." She said excitedly. "You fixed them?" Applespice asked. "Well, they still have all the cybernetic parts. We couldn't remove them without damaging their brains. But, they have their own minds back." Scootaloo replied. "Can we see them?" Applespice asked. "Sure. They're right outside." Scootaloo replied. The three of them ran out the door to see everyone standing there waiting on them. They were all there Twilight, Pinkie, Applejack, Rarity, Fluttershy, Cheese, Big Mac, Spike, and Trixie. They were all standing there smiling hugging their respective children. "Hello, Wind Storm." Twilight said as she moved close to Wind. "Hello, princess." Wind replied. "Is your father home? I would like to speak with him." Twilight said. Tears welled in Dash's eyes at the mention of Jet. "What's the matter Rainbow Dash?" Twilight asked. "Jet's been taken." Dash said as she held back a sob. "Oh. I'm sorry. Who took him?" Twilight asked. "A cult known as The Mystics. They think he's the one their prophecies talk about." Wind said, seeing her mother was in no shape to talk about it. "The Mystics? But, that's just an old legend, darling." Rarity said. "Well, it's obviously not, sugahcube." Applejack said. "Don't worry, Wind. We'll help you get your father back." Twilight said. "No, this is something we have to do. I've risked the lives of my friends enough already." Wind said. "But, that's what friends do. They risk their own safety to make sure everyone else is safe. We have to help you." Pinkie said. "No, she's right. This is up to us." Dash said after drying her eyes on her sleeve. "Are you sure about this?" Spike asked. Dash nodded. "Surely you need the help of the great and powerful Trixie." Trixie said. "Mom, they said they don't need any help. Let them go." Shadow said. "Well, we're here if you need us. Just give me a call and we'll be there in a flash." Twilight said. "Thank you, Twilight. You've always been a good friend." Dash said as she hugged Twilight. "When you guys get back, me and Pinkie will throw the best and biggest party ever." Cheese said. "Don't worry about Tank, Dashie. Big Mac and I will take care of him for you." Fluttershy said as she hugged Dash. "Ayup." Big Mac said. "Thank you all. If we get into any trouble, we'll call for help." Dash said as the three of them headed off into the Everfree Forest.
Wind had learned that for things as obscure as ancient cults, there was only on pony to talk to about it. Well, one zebra. They all headed for the clearing that Zecora's house sat in. "I remember the first time I ever came here. We actually thought that Zecora wanted to cook and eat little Applebloom." Dash said. "My aunt Applebloom? That's hilarious." Applespice said as he and Wind laughed. Dash went up and knocked on the door. Zecora answered and a smile spread across her face. "Ah, Rainbow Dash it's been a while. But, seeing you now makes this old zebra smile." Zecora said as she stepped aside and let them in. "What brings you to my humble home? Perhaps a look at an ancient tome?" Zecora asked. "Actually that may be just what we need. We're looking for any information on a cult called The Mystics." Dash said. "The Mystics, that's a name I have not heard in some time. From the legends, this group caused so much crime." Zecora said as she looked around on her bookshelves. "Here it is, a book of legends. It is said to come from the heavens." Zecora said as she sat a large leather book on the table in front of them. She began to leaf through the pages until she stopped on one. "I believe this is what you're looking for. Finding them may prove to be a bit of a chore." Zecora said as she turned the book so they could see it. Dash looked at it and read the article. It explained that the cult needed someplace that was strong with dark magic to enact the spell. "Where would we find a place rich with dark magic?" Dash asked. "Of this, I do not know. You may find clues at their previous hideout though." Zecora replied. "Where is that at?" Wind asked. "It was once in what is known as Manehattan. I believe it was bulldozed and flattened. Perhaps someone in the city can help you. Maybe it will be someone who can help guide you through." Zecora said. "Manhattan, huh? I think that's where Marigold's aunt lives." Applespice said. "Well, maybe she could help us." Wind said. "Let's get going guys. We only have a few days before they start the ritual." Dash said as she got up and hugged Zecora. "Thank you for helping us. If we make it out of this, I'll bring Jet by. He loves talking to you about his dark magic powers." Dash said as she headed for the door. "Take great care, the cult you are dealing with is no laughing matter. If you do not succeed, Equestria will be tattered." Zecora said as they all left and headed for the train.