Two days later
The early morning sought me out like a bumblebee to a flower, interrupting my pleasant dreams with its golden rays. However, try as I might, there was just no escaping this moment. On the plus side, I get to use magic like Harry Potter could and defeat evil, but there was only one thing that I dreaded since realizing I had to start life over from scratch: school!
Just like back home, apparently, you've got to get up early and be on time for class. Ugh, I'd hoped that being transported into another reality would be more exciting than this! Not including being turned into a pony.
But the princess herself insisted on helping me learn about Equestrian culture, which I find both intimidating and fascinating. Being taught by royalty isn't an everyday privilege back home, where one's chances of meeting anyone of royal descent are lower than winning the lottery!
However, I wouldn't be the only one under Celestia's tutelage; her new protégé, whose name I think was 'Sparkly' or something, will be a regular visitor in the palace. Apparently, she caught the princess' attention yesterday during that explosion-like noise I heard when I accepted my new life, earning herself not only her 'cutie mark' as Celestia explained to me last night, but also the chance to learn how to control her magic from said ruler of this land.
Today would be our first day in magic school, but with my abnormal existence in this place, and the fact that I have no clue about magic, she had to pull a few strings for me to attend her school for gifted unicorns.
I wanted so badly to just roll over and get some more rest, wait until I felt more willing to awaken, but apparently someone else didn't agree with my way of thinking.
"Arise, Ace Pentagon! Your training begins now!" bellowed the loudest voice I'd ever heard, making me leap straight out of bed and stand at attention with bulging eyes!
Keeping my head on a swivel, I turned this way and that to see who had shouted. Until I found out that the culprit was none other than my spirit guide: Askari! Only he wasn't alone this time; a tall white stag with indigo eyes and multi-colored markings on his side stood just to the lion's right as they addressed me.
"Jeez, Askari. You almost scared the tick out of my ticker!" I exclaimed, my twiggy legs trembling from the shock.
"Ace, this is a colleague of mine; Alabaster the nine-colored deer. We are here to begin your training!" Askari announced with a no-nonsense look on his face, meaning that there was no room for argument.
"Ugh, no offense, Sir, but I'm kind of already on my way to being taught everything I need to know about this world. Why don't you guys just wait until after my first introductory lesson, and we can get down to how to be a guardian then, huh?" I asked once my heartrate was back to normal as I tried to fix the bed with my mouth. Darn these stupid hooves, why couldn't the people behind this franchise have used centaurs instead? These useless nubbs are getting me nowhere!
"I'm afraid that's not an option," spoke the stag, his deep blue eyes flashing with every word as he caught my attention."Because quite frankly, you must learn your new powers on the job, as they say!"
Askari had a somewhat amused expression on his leonine muzzle, as if he was expecting this to happen. Alabaster, on the other hand, well, I couldn't tell exactly. His face was as unreadable as stone.
"Magic, in all its forms, is bound to feel exhilarating to new beginners, especially in this young body of yours." The stag said. While Askari merely padded up to me with his stoic face once again plastered on, I finally got myself under control enough to stand still and listen."However, we are only going to cover a simple spell for today that will augment your abilities: shifting!"
"Say what now?" I said incredulously, looking to the lion for a little clarity. However, Askari's nod meant they were not only serious, but that this session wasn't up for debate.
Taking a stance with a look of determination on my face, I then asked what I was supposed to do."Clear your mind for starters, and when you are ready, channel your inner energy into your horn."
As Askari instructed, I felt something surging through my core as it flowed up to my horn. "Whoa," I exclaimed. "It feels like I just downed a cappuccino with extra kick!"
"Now," Alabaster said."Use your magic to shift into one of either Askari's or my forms!"
"Wait, why only your forms? I thought when you said "shifter" it meant I could shapeshift, right?" I asked in confusion, looking between my mentors.
"Not one who can take the form of anything, only of the late guardians, including myself, Alabaster, and two of our most trusted allies!" Askari said, clearing things up for me quite perfectly.
"Right now, your magic isn't at its peak, and Askari and I are the only spirit guides present to tutor you. When you've strengthened your magic reserves and your body, then we'll talk about your more powerful forms." The stag stated.
With that out of the way, I continued to focus my magic back to my horn, testing the capabilities that I had been gifted with.
Now this was where things got tricky, you see, because I couldn't seem to get complete control of this spell. When my horn flashed in its amber glow, I tried using visuals to copy their appearances. But that was where things got weird.
After a brilliantly blinding flash that sent me crashing into my oversized closet, I could faintly see a difference in myself; I had a lion's tail attached to my rump and deer antlers sprouting from my head just behind my unicorn horn! My forelimbs had become muscular lion arms with padded paws and miniature razors, and I'm pretty sure that my pony half was banded like a snake with different textures and colors of fur!
"WHAT THE HECK?!?!" I practically shrieked, stumbling around my room like an ungainly giraffe. "I look like something straight out of a Dr. Seuss book!"
"Hmm, that's unfortunate," mused the stag as he analyzed my predicament."Were you even concentrating?"
"I've been concentrating the living daylights out of myself, and these are the results?"
"Try again, Ace. Only, do it one at a time," Askari said, gesturing with a paw.
This time, I focused on one form: the lion. Because, hey, who wouldn't? As the ungulate features receded and the golden fur and catlike paws remained, my body felt lithe and physically powerful beneath the beautiful golden fur!
When I felt the transformation complete, I turned to the mirror to see how I looked; a golden lion cub with a peach undercoat stared back at me, a brown tuft that passed for the begining of a mane sat just beteen my ears, and my eyes were more yellow with an amber brown set of iris!
If not for the color of my mane to be, I'd say that I looked like Kion from the Lion Guard.
"Well done, a complete transformation of a Terrus Leo!" Askari congratulated me as I inspected myself more. "Wow, now why couldn't I have come here like this in the first place?" I asked my mentors."Because our power itself is limited when it comes to using it. Even now, with your weak magic, you are draining yourself of your own mana!" Alabaster said without hesitation.
Huh, he's quite the motivational speaker, isn't he? I thought sarcastically, getting a bit woozy from performing that little magic act.
Taking a shot in the dark, I tried again, this time as a deer. My paws reverted to hooves, and my fur shimmered a silvery white that chased away the gold. Two bronze antlers sprang up from my head, and my tail slithered back until it was barely just a tip.
I still felt powerful like this, but I could tell that it wasn't in the physical way. Although deer still possess quite the acrobatic skills, this one was more so magically inclined.
After that shift was complete, I toppled over like a limp tree, beyond exhausted from the strain. My magic canceled out, changing me back to my original pony form. "Does anyone have any orange slices?" I groggily groaned, wincing from the killer headache I had received.
"Don't worry young one," The stag declared in a gentler tone than he has since arriving. "You will be able to master these transformations in due time."
"But why do I need to shapeshift?" I openly questioned, struggling into a sitting position. "Aren't unicorns supposed to be good with magic already? Why even transform when all I have to do is use my magic for the same results?" My horn fizzled like a fuse that wouldn't light. "If I can even use it without being knocked unconscious!" I muttered the last bit.
"I'm sure you are already aware of the Roar of the elders, right?" Askari asked with a raised eyebrow since we both knew that was a rhetorical question."Then I'm sure you are aware that only a lion can harness that power, as the same could be said about wonder deer."
"The what now?" I asked, intrigued.
The nine-colored deer decided to answer that one. "Wonder deer can manipulate the elemental forces of nature, while unicorns, and to an extent the princess herself, mostly use psionic energy that would affect their surroundings. Only you can effect the five elements to bend them to your will!"
Feeling slightly better, I went to stand up, hoping to understand myself further. "So, I need these to learn how to utilize these other forms in order to keep this world and its inhabitants safe?" At their nodding, a certain thought struck me nervously. "How long does it take to master all these forms' abilities?"
With silent words spoken between the spirits for a moment, Askari turned to me with a reply and a half-wincing expression: "Decades!"
"And... how long do I have until a possible attack from these threats?" I asked with a somewhat annoyed frown.
"About a year or two, give or take!" Alabaster said nonchalantly.
I just released a growl equivalent to a lion's, flopping down on my belly, deflated like a whoopee cushion. Much to the amusement of my spirit guides.
The sound of knocking caught our attention almost immediately, making me stand up to investigate. Behind the door was a white pegasus stallion with golden armor, who was practically four heads taller than me, which was almost unnerving, considering me mentally being a young adult.
"Ace Pentagon? The princess has requested your presence at the school for gifted unicorns!" the guard said. He must've been sent to escort me through the castle.
A quick glance behind me revealed that the ghosts had vanished. They must've had stage fright.
"Thank you, sir. I'll be out in a second," I said, quickly grabbing a satchel that almost reminded me of the one from the DreamWorks Dragons Riders of Berk series! Afterwards, I stepped out with the guard, trotting carefully out the door.
After a long walk to school, I won't go into too much detail, we arrived at the school, which was a huge purple building. It had lots of little ponies all over the place, mostly foals my age, but a few teachers as well.
The princess herself was standing by the schoolhouse, but she wasn't alone; a small filly who looked to be a year younger than I was had eyes filled with excitement in the presence of Celestia. My guess is that she was the prized pupil, or something.
As I was about to approach the scene, I could hear the voice of Askari whisper to me on the wind: "Remember Ace, until your talents are needed, refrain from transforming in front of the populace."
"Why?" I mumbled under my breath while still looking ahead, trying not to let it show that his sudden appearance spooked me. That and I had a feeling that reacting to it would draw some unwanted attention.
"Because in this world, ponies are easily spooked and quick to judge, they fear what they do not understand." Was all I got from my intangible teacher.
With my nerves getting the better of me, I started slowing down, doubting my decision to be here. My heart was threatening to vacate my ribcage and take a hike down the mountain; I'm pretty sure that I would have no trouble following suit!
Before I could backpedal any further, the princess had caught sight of the guard escorting me through the crowd, which then made her eyes trail down to mine.
What I saw in those magenta orbs started to fill me with a sense of calmness, as if she was projecting a mental message to me. She seemed to have absolute faith in me, despite being someone she barely knew, and most likely bound to screw up. However, all that doubt started to wash away when she beamed at me with a warm smile.
If she believed that I could make a difference and actually save peop... I mean ponies, then who was I to doubt her? After all, it's just school. What's the worst that could happen?
With a deep breath and a shake of my head, I strode over with a bit more confidence in my step.
As I approached the royal mare, I got a better look at her student, who was practically glued to her golden-clad horseshoes: a lavender unicorn filly with an indigo mane and tail, with a hot pink streak running through both, and a cutie mark consisting of a pink six-pointed star surrounded by five little white stars.
Oi, too much purple if you ask me!
Her eyes never left the princess as I came closer, except to take care of the little bundle of scales on her back, which just so happened to be a baby dragon!
Being nervous now was the last thing on my mind after seeing the hatchling, so small and innocent, yet this was my first time being face-to-face with an actual creature of legend! Unicorns don't entirely count to me since I'm more of a dragon nerd myself!
"Ace, I'm glad to see you here." The princess said with sincerity, her student below finally noticing my presence with a bit of confusion and worry. "I was beginning to think you weren't coming!"
"Well, the thought did cross my mind, to be honest, but I'm not one to go back on my word, Your Majesty." I said casually, bowing lightly before the royalty.
My casualness seemed to rub both the filly and the guard the wrong way, judging by their expressions of shock clearly seen on their muzzles. The princess however seemed to take it in stride, witholding a light snort of laughter.
"Nevertheless, it's good to see you out and about. It's not healthy to confine yourself in a room like that!" she said, a little teasingly. Although we both know the reasons for me staying hidden in that lavishly decorated living space.
Playfully, I just rolled my eyes. It was like having some good old-fashioned banter with a cool aunt who everyone enjoys being around.
"Um... Princess?" said a voice nervously, which happened to have come from the too purple pony holding the infant dragon. "Who is he?" questioningly pointing at me in an almost accusing way, which seemed kinda rude if you ask me.
"This is Ace Pentagon; he will be a fellow student at this school and an escort for you," Celestia said, draping a wing over me as she spoke.
Escort? was all that ran through my mind after that. Since when did this ever get run by me? Before she pulled me from my thoughts as she continued. "Ace, this is my new student; Twilight Sparkle. She is going to be studying alongside you in the palace!"
Internally somewhat peeved at being made into a babysitter, I still managed to respectfully bow to the filly. "A pleasure, Miss Sparkle. I look forward to getting to know you more." I said formally, knowing that I should still be respectful nonetheless.
She was silent for a minute before she greeted me in kind. "Likewise, Mister Pentagon." Sensing an opportunity to break the ice, I decided to follow up with a small joke. "Eh, please, just call me Ace. Mr. Pentagon is my father!"
That actually seemed to be effective as she seemed to smile lightly, but it was the princess herself who actually chuckled at my banter.
A light babbling brought all of our attention to the little hatchling wrapped in a light blue blanket. We watched as he gave a cute little yawn that made you forget his species.
"And this is Spike." Twilight introduced, which only made the baby dragon look our way with innocent curiosity. "I hatched him from an egg!" She said with what I could tell was a gloating tone.
I couldn't help but approach in a friendly manner, reaching a hoof to the purple and green infant. Being a big brother myself, it reminded me of when mom brought Tanya home from the hospital. I instantly had a desire to protect such an innocent and precious little ball of life that made a huge impact on my character!
Little Spike took my hoof in his grasp and seemed to immediately nuzzle into it. I gently started to rub my hoof against his cheek in a comforting way, which he seemed to enjoy. Celestia watched us both with a pleasant smile upon her face, but Twilight was a bit more shocked than I realized.
She must be worried about something. I summarized in my head, watching as she grew a discouraged look on her pretty little face. Is she worried that I'm supposed to replace her? She must have been, if her response to everything I did since meeting her was to do something that she had hoped to be able to. Wait a moment, did I just think she was pretty?!"
I suddenly felt a bit embarrassed with me still playing with Twilight's... I'm not sure how to place him; her project sounded barbaric, even for a filly, her son, which is out of the question as she isn't old enough to qualify, so I just went with little brother.
"Eh, heheh. He's certainly unique!" was the best thing I could say at the moment, suddenly finding the color of my hooves interesting.
"He seems to like you," Twilight said as if stating a fact.
"Which is good," I said before I could stop myself. "since we'll be spending more time together. But don't worry, I'm not here to try and take your place."
Seeing her puzzled expression, I decided to clear things up a bit. "What I mean is that you're her student, and that's great! I'm just here to learn some basics and help boost my skills. No need to worry; you'll have all the easy lessons, and I get to experience the fun stuff!" I couldn't help but smile at the last part. I hope that eases any doubts she might have!
Kudos for being clever, because I think she feels better, if that joyous smile on her face is anything to go by.
School for the most part was okay to say the least, especially when I actually learned how to control my magic. My amber aura seemed willing to asist in any situation, I almost felt like a Jedi for a moment practicing levitation!
Hah, take that Luke Skywalker!
Apparently, my magic was quite unique, even for a unicorn. One time when I was in science class with Twilight, she was comparing notes with a cream-colored filly with a burgundy mane and tail with a purple streak named Moon Dancer. I saw three fillies running by, and one of them had her head stuck in a beaker!
I would have considered this hilarious if the poor girl's head wasn't stuck inside a glass bottle. One wrong move, and she could end up in the hospital, or worse, run out of air!
When the trio ran outside, I was wondering if I should leave Twilight to help out. Celestia entrusted me to accompany her prized pupil when she's out and about, but the situation before me looked like an immediate emergency!
Acting quickly, I followed the fillies with my horn ignited, not knowing what had gotten into me. With my magic, I willed the beaker to expand in size, and it gradually grew just enough for the yellow filly to pull out! Once she was free, I tried to cancel the spell, but being still a beginner, the beaker started to wobble in midair until it shattered before my eyes!
Acting on reflex, I thought of creating a forcefield around the beaker before the shards pierced anypony. But as luck would have it, my magic shield wasn't fully formed, leaving me open to the sharp bits of glass whizzing by like bullets in an old western movie, a few pieces either grazed or embedded my skin in the process!
Afterwards, I got sent to the infirmary for my trouble, getting some stitches and a C minus for using magic unsupervised.
Meh, if given the chance, I'd do it again to prevent someone from getting hurt!
As I sat there waiting for clearance, I watched Twilight walk in with a worried expression, followed shortly by Princess Celestia herself, along with a few other ponies I didn't know.
"Are you okay, Ace?" Twilight asked uncharacteristically with a frown as she walked up to me.
"Who, me? Of course I am. I just may need to take the weekend off, and I'll be right as rain!" I said jokingly, wincing afterwards because most if my cuts were on my face.
"Easy there little fella, try not to move too much." Said the white and blue colt next to Twilight, gently easing me to lie down.
"The teachers have already filled us all in on what happened. I'm proud of what you've done, Ace. But next time, try to ask for an adult's assistance," the princess said in both a caring and firm manner.
"I'll try to remember that," I said with honesty, looking embarrassed for a moment.
"Twilight, are you going to introduce us?" said the blue-on-indigo stallion, who I'm guessing is her father if that smirk is anything to go by. Twilight, for some odd reason, became a bit flustered before giving introductions.
"Um... Ace, this is my family; my mom, Twilight Velvet," she pointed to the mare who greeted me with a warm smile. "My father, Nightlight," next to the blue patriarch of the group who grinned. "And my best friend, and big brother, Shining Armor!" she finished while hugging the white stallion's leg.
Knowing my manners, I tried to bow my head respectfully as I said, "A pleasure to meet you all," before it got too uncomfortable and I had to lean back a bit.
"So you're the nice colt who's been keeping my little filly company?" Miss Velvet said, looking between me and her child. "You're certainly well-mannered, I'd say. I'm glad she has you to keep her straight when she's away from home!"
In sheer embarrassment, Twilight glowed a nice shade of pink as she gaped at her mother.
"Yes, although it's wonderful that she gets to learn magic from the princess herself, Twilight tends to become absent-minded about certain things. And she'll need someone to help her out, which I'm sure you've guessed, Ace?" This time, it was Nightlight who spoke up, teasing his daughter as he elbowed me gently.
At that, I couldn't help but laugh along with them at Twilight's expense, even her brother joined in as well.
"Well, it has been an experience. I'll say that," I said, not getting into full detail as to worry her parents. I knew that once she gets engrossed in a subject concerning her studies, she is impossible to persuade otherwise! "But I still have a long way to go before I'm any good with my magic." I finished with some melancholy.
At this, Celestia stepped up next, placing her hoof on my shoulder. "Maybe so, but I am willing to bet that your magic will one day become very powerful! Powerful enough to make a difference!"
Her words of encouragement were quite inspiring, even if I had my doubts about myself. But it sealed the deal when I caught a glimpse of a certain leonine face hidden from everyone's view but mine, giving me a knowing smile.
Feeling my confidence return, I looked to all who were present and spoke with the strength of a lion in my voice. "If that's the case, so be it. You'll see! I'll be the best mage ever!"
My gaze flickered over to my schoolmate's as I said in a humbler tone, "Second to Twilight, of course!"
With that, everyone got cheerful with my upbeat attitude!
Later that night...
As I fell into a deep slumber, I noticed right away that my dream wasn't what I was expecting; what loomed like a training ground with wooden objects acting as an obsticle course lay around the area. Both stag and lion were waiting for me as I approached, giving me the most serious expressions that I had ever seen!
With clearing of his throat, Askeri called me over. "Ace come here." With nothing better to do, I complied.
"Where exactly are we?" I couldn't help but ask, looking between my new masters.
I could see two other sections on the other side of the room; they were slightly faded out, like in a video game with hidden locked levels!
'This is where you will train your inner spirit magic, learning how to harness the flow of the forces of nature from your soul!" The lion said, prowling with anticipation in the coiling muscles on his entire form.
"Yes, and your training begins now!!!" Shouted Alabaster, stepping on a tile on the stone floor.
A chain reaction took place where the training equipment began to move along the stone at a rapid pace, like a mobile obstacle course; hoops for jumping, dummies for counter strikes, and swinging blades of every style imaginable!
"Any last words, child?" asked the nine-colored deer with what I could only describe as amusement.
"Humina humina humina comes to mind!" was all I could mutter before they brought the pain.
3rd person view
Up!
A teal colt is seen running through the royal gardens, a determined expression on his face as he's urged on by two spirits coaching him in his mind.
There is power in strength~!
Ace follows behind a young Twilight Sparkle with a small wagon filled with books, both on their way to school. But the wagon is heavier than it looks, leaving the colt gasping for breath by the time they arrive.
In the wise man is knowledge~!
Both foals are seen reading together during school, each figuring out how to best wield a spell.
In time everything will come~!
Twilight is seen happily running out of the schoolhouse with an A on her homework, while Ace trots past with a C- instead. Glumly watching her jump joyously, he couldn't deny that it was funny to watch.
On the day that begins today~!
Ace is then back in the dream dojo, running towards a rotating obstacle course.
You will look for a thousand answers~!
Trying to intercept it while memorizing the pattern, he jumps.
You will climb the mountain~!
Landing on one platform safely, he moves to try again.
You will reach the top~!
Only for a pole directly at his head level with the wall, clothesline him backwards and send him into the pool below.
Son of man seek and see~!
Ace is then back in the waking world, running past the exotic trees and racing by his only spectators: birds, monkeys, and even a wallaby.
May your soul be free~!
The colt bounces from one pedestal to another with complete concentration, not even knowing that a certain princess is keeping an eye on her little friend.
Proud one day you will be~!
Feeling like he has got the hang of it, Ace aims to transform into his wonder deer form.
Son of man, guardian one day you will be~!
Until his newly sprouted antlers got caught on a low-hanging branch, swung him up into a backward arc, and he landed in a mud puddle. Not hearing the princess of the sun laughing quietly at this mistake
There is no one to guide you~!
While searching through the history books, Ace realizes that none of them contain any information regarding the guardians of old.
Not a hand to give you~!
Not even mentioned among the royal guard when he asked discreetly.
But with faith and understanding~!
Askari assures Ace that their story is better left to those who have been there, and he should focus on new ones for the future.
You will become a man~!
A teen, Ace, stands in his room with a smile as he watches the sun rise in the east.
Son of man seek and see~!
Through the training course, our teal friend is already able to dodge everything the course can throw at him!
May your soul be free~!
Sensing a bit of confidence from his pupil, Askari suggests that the colt shapeshift into a lion.
Proud one day you will be~!
Thinking more with his pride than his instincts, he gives it a go, gold fur springing up as his feline appearance flashed forth. He goes for a forward flip.
Son of man, guardian one day you will be~!
Then, he tripped a bit over his own paws and let out a yelp of pain. His guides shook their heads at his attempt.
Learn to teach~!
Ace was hanging out with Shining Armor as they were being trained by the guard ponies, learning new techniques on defending themselves.
By teaching you will learn~!
Ace learned from the white colt how to make a stable forcefield, and Shining, in turn, learned from Ace how to fire a well-placed magic bolt.
Your life is with who you are~!
The Sparkle family invites Ace to join them for a Hearth's Warming evening, all enjoying each other's company at the dinner table. Twilight, however, is more reserved and tries to stay clear of the guest.
you love more~!
Ace, feeling like he owes the Solar princess for taking him in, decides to get her a nice gift. However, he decides to make something special instead: crafting a two-piece necklace with the images of the sun and moon in a yin-yang position.
Today everything you dream of~!
The teal stallion struggles with every hoofhold to climb to the peak of Canterlot Mountain.
and in your imagination~!
His hoof slipped for a moment, but he quickly gained ground and continued his daring stunt.
Here it is, it's time~!
Reaching the top of the mountain, Ace let out a holler that released all the tension it had taken to even get up here!
Make your dream come true~!
Afterwards, Celestia chewed his ear out for doing such a foolhardy thing without supervision or alerting anypony to his scheme.
Son of man seek and see~!
Ace, now a full-grown stallion, is racing through Canterlot's park, passing a studious Twilight and an edge-of-the-seat Spike.
May your soul be free~!
Weaving past trees like he's barrelracing and jumping empty benches like hurdles, Ace turns the park into a secondary training course.
Proud one day you will be~!
Celestia watches the young guardian improve his training, with the spirits of Askari and Alabaster at her side. All smile.
Son of man, guarian one day you will be~!
Nightfall comes, and Ace goes through the royal gardens in his lion mode. The animals watch while cheering on the strange visitor.
Uh~!
Richoting from tree to tree on his powerful paws.
Uh, yeh-oh~!
Leaping of an old stump, while changing into a stag.
Uh, yeh-oh~!
Surprisingly, the jump takes longer to land because he seems to be gliding on a strong breeze.
Uh, yeh-oh~!
Coming close to the castle, Ace decends to the ground on light deer hooves.
guardian~!
Swapping back into his unicorn form, Ace slides across the stone path like an airplane landing.
Guardian from man, that's going to be~!
The guardian in training gives a confident smile as he watches the sun rise in another glorious day.
In case everyone was wondering, the nine-colored deer is from Valt the Wonder Deer, Askari belongs to Disney's Lion Guard, and Equestria and My Little Pony belong to Hasbro.