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Time for Change [Broadshield ONLY - Story]
By: Broadshield Date: December 3, 2016, 10:34 pm
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Broadshield stands in front of a large window, but its not one
he is familiar with in Montanha Citadel. Rather, he is in the
Royal Castle. Large ceilings and windows overlooking Canterlot,
the interior is beautifully designed, containing everything you
would expect to see in the Royal Castle. All around him are
Royal Guards and workers of the castle going about their daily
business. Occassionally some stop and mutter to others, looking
suspiciously at Broadshield, who is wearing his Royal Guard
ceremonial armor, with his EQUINOX patch on his side.
Eventually after some time waiting, around mid-afternoon, a
large pair of doors opens in front of Broadshield. One of the
guards there approaches Broadshield and says "They are ready for
you, please proceed Commander." "Thank you soldier." Broadshield
says in reply. Getting up from his seat, he proceeds into the
room. The room itself is cylindrical in shape. The room large
and round, with the ceiling going up, past the height of the
corridors outside. Around the room are several lights
illuminating the room to give off an ambient atmosphere. Around
the room are several individuals, some Broadshield recognized,
such as members of the military such as General Stonehoof, to
members of royalty, such as various princes and princesses.
Strangely, the main 4 princesses such as Princess Celestia,
Luna, Cadence and Twilight were all absent. On the other hand,
there were some individuals that Broadshield did not recognise,
but he guessed that they were other members of the military,
royalty, and government. All of the ponies present were seated
at a semi-circular table, and at the middle of it all was a
single seat and table for Broadshield. Suddenly, one voice can
be heard. "Commander Broadshield, please take a seat. We have
much to discuss." Taking that as his cue, he moves to his
position and takes a seat.
"Since the activation of Directive 82, Special Forces Group
EQUINOX has been growing at a substantial rate, in not only
numbers, but in success and influence. Success has ranged from
the smallest missions to the largest operations in defense of
Equestria. It is clear that EQUINOX has gotten to the point
where it was clear that it is no longer just a Special Forces
Group, but you are the hidden backbone of Equestria’s military
power. However, with this growth, the secrecy in our society is
being threatened." one pony says. "How so, if I may ask?"
Broadshield responds. "Well, we have reports proving EQUINOX
soldiers interacting with several civilians and criminals,
ponies that should not know about EQUINOX. This is a common
occurrence in missions, and continuing down this path will
result in EQUINOX's existence to be known by everyone. Given
EQUINOX's power and nature, this is not information we want our
enemies to know. another pony says, as images of dozens, if not
hundreds of ponies appear on a nearby projector. The ponies
shown range from innocent civilians to hardened criminals to
gang members part of the Equestrian underworld. There are a few
that Broadshield recognizes up there, such as Foxtrot, Tinder,
and Nivalia in disguise, although he says nothing that indicate
that Nivalia is indeed a Changeling."You understand that we
cannot have anymore ponies know about this, otherwise we all
risk EQUINOX being known to all." a different pony says.
"Obviously, we can't have something like this happen, it would
be a breach in security, but what do you suppose we do about
this?" he says. A moment of silence fills the room, followed by
quiet murmurs from each pony as Broadshield nervously looks on,
waiting for a response. Eventually, General Stonehoof stands.
"It has been decided that until we are able to successfully hide
EQUINOX's existence to the public, EQUINOX is to restrict, if
not shut down all operations in Equestria and Saddle Arabia."
Broadshield stands up from his seat, shocked by this decision.
"BULLSHIT! We can't shut down operations-" "ENOUGH Commander."
Stonehoof barks, silencing Broadshield. If Broadshield had to
admit, there were few ponies outside of the princesses that on
command, would silence him, Stonehoof being one such pony. "We
are not permanently shutting down EQUINOX, but we are rather
putting them on hold and restricting them, purely so that
EQUINOX does not draw any unwanted attention." he says.
"Alright, but that does not mean that Equestria is still under
threat. Just because we are going on break does not mean
Equestria automatically gets a free pass on any attacks. We
still need EQUINOX, or anyone to be on guard, taking on
important operations. Who will do that?" he asks, still confused
and angry at this revelation.
There is more murmuring among the ponies before Stonehoof once
again speaks. "We will allow you to maintain soldiers on duty,
but only on guard duty, and we will need them in disguise to not
draw attention. We can not have you undertake or continue any
missions and operations during this black-out period. Aside from
that, we also require a group to undertake emergency operations
during this black-out period, and to deal with... certain
criminals who are aware of EQUINOX's existence." he says, taking
a short pause before continuing. "We require you to form a Task
Force using EQUINOX's best soldiers, with the sole purpose of
performing high-priority operations and eliminating criminals
who know about EQUINOX, while we do everything to remove
EQUINOX's presence on the streets of Equestria." a different
pony says. After a few moments of painful silence, Broadshield
looks up, discontent in his eyes at all of the ponies, and he
says. "Of. Course. Now if you will excuse me, I have a Task
Force to form and an army to address. Good day to you all." he
says, gathering his items and leaving. 'Hmph... all of this is
bullshit. Absolute bullshit. I'll make your Task Force, I'll
shut down EQUINOX, but you need all of us. I will not go
quietly. I'll fight.' he thinks to himself as he silently walks
through the corridors of the Royal Palace, back to Montanha
Citadel.
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