Conor Colton

Colton was going to say something as the two of them entered the building but he was quickly pacified as Gerrard placed a talon over his mouth to silence him, he wasn't really inclined to listen to Gerrard's plans to see if anypony was around if it involved behavior like this. The stallion burst away from the griffon's grip as he let out his exclamation to anypony around and spoke up in protest, "[colour=#40e0d0]Gerrard, seriously. Don't. Do. That.[/colour]" Colton stated authoritatively. The stallion wasn't one for getting mad at anybody but that last move got on his nerves. The stallion quickly regained his composure when he heard that somepony else was actually in the immediate area. When Colton heard a loud thumping noise and a following sound of pain he quickly rushed towards the nearest set of stairs. As he did though he noticed a pony, a mare no less, stepping with a noticable limp and speaking a few words claiming she meant no harm. Colton wasn't exactly thinking as he normally would and rushed to meet the mare at bottom of the stairs to see exactly what was going on. "[colour=#40e0d0]Are you okay?[/colour]" Colton asked, probably knowing what the answer was going to be. "[colour=#40e0d0]Gerrard, c'mere![/colour]" Colton asked of the griffon as he glanced at the mare's leg and chest area, "[colour=#40e0d0]What's your name and...what happened?[/colour]" the stallion inquired to the mare.

"[colour=#b22222]Okay, but if you can't then the ticket's on me.[/colour]" Dawn stated as he began dragging the cart along. Surprisingly, with the added help of a cart, the haul wasn't too hard to lift or pull. Relatively stress free to be honest. As the pegasus pulled along he didn't look back at Promontory too often; after how Dawn acted so out of character to get him to sit in the cart the pegasus wondered if he had gone about things the right way. He began musing on this and looked over all the worse situations he could be in. He could be carrying Promontory and his cargo, he could have had to wheel Promontory to the hospital, he could have had a lapse in judgement and left Promontory there. Thankfully though, Dawn was happy with his current course of action. The pegasus wheeled the cargo and earth pony up to the train station, deciding to finally turn his head back to check on the pony he was dragging along. He sighed as he did, wondering if he was too hard on the worker pony, "[colour=#b22222]You okay back there?[/colour]" Dawn inquired.

"[colour=#40e0d0]Hunter's instinct? What does that even mean?[/colour]" Colton asked before sighing and making a hoof gesture as a way of saying 'never mind'. He followed Gerrard, taking smaller and smaller-and quieter and quieter steps. When the two of them reached the door to the general store, which appeared to be the back entrance, Colton went to open it. To the pegasus' dismay however, the door was apparently locked. Colton sighed and turned to Gerrard, "[colour=#40e0d0]You have anything that can get through a lock?[/colour]" He asked, wondering if he would even get a positive response to that. What happened next however, Colton didn't even think of. Sparks flew off his master's head and began pecking at a rusted segment of the lock that hung on the door, Colton wondered exactly his pet was doing before it hit him. Sparks was indicating they should just break the lock, "[colour=#40e0d0]Good idea, buddy.[/colour]" Colton stated as he looked around, and found a rock with a sufficiently flat enough side and positioned it parallel to the lock's rusted section with his mouth. He mumbled through the rock he was holding to Gerrard. "[colour=#40e0d0]Okay, be careful if anything's in there, this door's gonna fly open when the lock's done...Just a heads up.[/colour]" Colton stated as he lifted his head, positioning it carefully so the rock would collide with what he wanted. He knew if something potentially dangerous was on the other side of this door then this lock had to come off as quickly as possible. He lifted his head, braced himself and slammed the rock down; once. Twice. Three times in quick succession then the metal gave way and the lock broke, along with the door drifting open and Colton and Sparks proceeding in, "[colour=#40e0d0]Reckon we should call out or something?[/colour]" He asked

Epic news, man! Glad to hear things worked out the way they did.

Aw dang it! Did I miss it?

Must. Be. There. Will make. Every effort. To be there!

Happy birthday, Silver Wish you all the best in this day and all your following ones It's really touching to see all this caring going on and it couldn't have been given to a nicer guy

OH! OH! Jester, would you do me please? Coloured please :Rarity: If that's too much trouble then I'm okay with lined as well :Rarity: It'd be much appreciated, Jester

Colton followed carefully as himself and Gerrard made their way into the derelict, run down ghost town. Even Colton had to admit that this place gave him the creeps. Despite this, the pegasus continued to converse with the griffon. "[colour=#40e0d0]You're from the University, eh? Must be one heck of a gig...Pay must be great too then, I'm guessing?[/colour]" Colton questioned as he paced forward and forward into the empty town. Or at least, he hoped it was empty. The pegasus continued conversation, even if it was only for the sake of his own sanity in this off-putting place, "[colour=#40e0d0]I have to wonder though, why do they have you out here if you work and report to all the way back in Canterlot? Surely they'd have somepony sending reports on water Canterlot's way, right?[/colour]" Colton had to question as the two continued on. As they did so, Colton couldn't help but feel he heard something, multiple times. He couldn't shake the feeling that he heard somepony speaking, which was of course, absurd to think, "[colour=#40e0d0]Why would anypony else take a detour through a place like this?[/colour]" He kept asking rhetorically to himself, sure that he was just having tricks played on him by his imagination. However the noises persisted, and it came to a point where Colton couldn't help his curiosity. The pegasus sighed in frustration at himself as he spoke up to Gerrard. "[colour=#40e0d0]I think...I think I heard something over there...One second.[/colour]" Colton stated as he walked towards a building where he determined the most sound was coming from. The pegasus approached the ruined door and promptly began to slowly open it. As he did however, the age of the door started to take it's effect. The rusted hinges broke away and the door fell right onto the ground in front of Colton, creating a large banging noise as wood collided with wood. Colton turned to face Gerrard again with a slight look of regret on his face, "[colour=#40e0d0]...Sorry. False alarm.[/colour]" He meeped. As Sparks just glared with a smirk.

I too sadly don't have anything to give you for your birthday, Dav But I'll give my best of birthday wishes to hopefully compensate. HAPPY (Late) BIRTHDAY! Known you for quite a bit of time and I'm glad to give my birthday wishes

Dawn continued sorting his plan out, not paying much mind to Promontory's confused expressions. The pegasus knew he would likely get this reaction so instead of dwelling on it he simply got on with what he thought was the best option. Dawn checked over the wagon a few times to secure all his luggage, all the time not even giving Promontory a passing glance, though he knew the stallion would no doubt be confused about what was going on. When Dawn had finished securing and re-securing everything he went over to the stallion, the back of the wagon still open and addressed him, "[colour=#b22222]You didn't fail any job, heck I should tip you for going through all that discomfort for the sake of my stuff and a payment. And the reason I'm helping you is that we're here near Canterlot train station, a long ways away from any nearby hospital or clinic. Celestia knows I don't think the ponies around us would want nor be in a position to help you so I'm doing the best I can with what I got. A wagon, a few boxes, enough money for two tickets and a deadline for when that train's gonna leave. Now trust me, I don't consider this a waste of my time, now you can stay here and dig a shoe further into your hoof or you can hop on this wagon and do the sensible thing.[/colour]" Dawn stated as he went to the front of the wagon and secured himself into the pulling position. "[colour=#b22222]Your choice.[/colour]" Dawn ended with, hoping Promontory would see reason.

Colton was actually intrigued by Gerrard's question. He wondered over it for a moment or so before actually responding. Sparks nodded in approval as his master attempted conversation, "[colour=#40e0d0]Yeah, I'd like to ask about yourself, Gerrard. Where do ya come from? You been in the mainland for a while? And...Well what exactly is it that you do?[/colour]" Colton asked quizzically, actually eager to hear the response. Despite things not getting off to the best of starts, Colton was keen to try and make friends with this new individual. He couldn't exactly explain why so he chalked it up to an old bit of philosophy he heard on his travels. Better to have more friends than more enemies. When Gerrard brought up the subject of a 'Ghost town' Colton was visibly interested. The pegasus' ears perked up and his eyes widened slightly as he the prospect of seeing something cool or exciting on this job made his day all the more better. Colton pulled out his own map and looked on it to find a relative direction towards the ghost town. He realized this was completely irrelevant since Gerrard had the directions sorted out, but sometimes Colton just loved the adventurous feeling of plotting his course on a map. And also he wanted to see if he could get there any faster. With a newly found spring in his trot the pegasus continued on. "[colour=#40e0d0]Cool, ghost town.[/colour]" Was all he had to say.

I should really comment on these Podcast episodes more often. I thoroughly enjoy them, they're pretty awesome And yay, Phil xD Keep up the good work, all y'all

Thanks for spotting this date, Rosie. I had no idea Anyway... WOOOOOOOOOO!! I was first introduced to the show through a series I usually watched on Screwattack.com called 'Death Battle'. People will know what I'm talking about if they've seen it Here's to more ponies, more years and more bronies!

Dawn inwardly sighed in relief as his plan seemed to have worked and Promontory admitted something was wrong. Dawn had guessed there would be an injury and no doubt blood involved, but when he got a glance at the stallion's hoof he couldn't help himself but to cringe and step back a little. Almost right after this though, the pegasus stepped forward again and examined the injury, "[colour=#b22222]Ouch, that has really got to hurt...Hmm...[/colour]" Dawn wondered as he tried thinking of a solution to this problem. Then luck and inspiration hit him all at the same time. He noticed they were only a block or so away from the train station, and Dawn's awaiting train so he had an idea. The pegasus spotted a nearby pony pulling an empty wagon, no doubt once used to carry bags of grain, vegetables and other related goods, "[colour=#b22222]Okay, wait here.[/colour]" Dawn stated as he went over to speak with the wagon puller. After a brief conversation and an exchange of bits, the pulling pony walked away, leaving Dawn with a wagon. The pegasus wheeled it over towards Promontory and opened up the back. Dawn then proceeded to lift box after box from Promontory's back and placing them into the wagon. Once he had done that the pegasus tied it all down securely then went over to Promontory. "[colour=#b22222]Now before you say anything...Here's how things are gonna happen. You and my things are gonna sit in the wagon, I can manage to pull that a few blocks no problem. Then, on my train, I'm gonna pay you onto it. I can't have you walking around Canterlot on that hoof. Either on the train or when we get off in Ponyville we'll get you to clinic, since I don't see any around here. That okay?[/colour]" Dawn asked, still in that stern voice and dominant stance from earlier.

Colton stood and watched as Gerrard made his way into the blacksmith's to gather no doubt something for Colton to carry. The pegasus opened his mouth to speak during this brief window of opportunity when it was only him and Sparks present, "[colour=#40e0d0]This guy's a rare one, ain't he?[/colour]" Colton asked rhetorically to his sparrow companion, the bird nodding anyway. "[colour=#40e0d0]It's weird, he seems nice just...He acts like he enjoys messing with ponies...Is that a griffon thing? Is that even a thing?[/colour]" Colton wondered out loud as he continued musing, "[colour=#40e0d0]Well...best thing I can do is not give him any more material to work with, and just be friendly.[/colour]" Colton ended. Sparks then whispered a few chirps and cheeps into his master's ear as the pegasus grew more and more confused as the bird continued, "[colour=#40e0d0]I don't really get what you're saying, buddy. Good natured fun? I don't really think ya understand Sparks. If this guy's soo intent on making a fool of us then that's his concern, I'd just rather not have it.[/colour]" Colton replied as the sparrow continued, leading to another reply from the pegasus, along with a sigh, "[colour=#40e0d0]Yes, Sparks I will make an attempt to be friendly. Though to be honest I'd rather not talk to the guy if that could just give him more material to work with.....But...fine. I'll make an effort...Somebody has to.[/colour]" Colton admitted defeat as he saw Gerrard exiting with a few saddlebags. Colton listened as Gerrard spouted off something that no doubt sounded inspirational to him. Colton on the other hoof was less than eager. The pegasus picked up his share of the load by scooping his head under the bags and shifting them onto his back. Colton almost felt the need to hover slightly just to show that these bags could be carried whilst flying, though he quickly realized how much of a non option that was when he noticed he had placed the saddlebags...Directly in front of his wings. "[colour=#40e0d0]Okay, Gerrard...Lead on.[/colour]" Colton stated.

Now this is an interesting topic, I could have a field day with this one While I agree the Changeling's are just like animals wanting food I don't really approve of their methods. Y'know, espionage, holding ponies against their will in green goo and generally causing havoc; that sorta thing. In a way I could forgive the Changelings. They seem to operate like a hive mind, which is no doubt added to by the fact they have bug wings and look generally...Buggy So I think it's just a matter of the Hive's brain, the queen being either out to get Equestria or just wanting food and using her control and superior intellect to the rest of her Changelings to gather food as she sees fit. Who knows, maybe it's normal for Changeling queens to do this, maybe Queenie's actions were justified in some way, there's still a lot we don't know about her so I can't say for sure. All in all, I can forgive the Changelings, as a whole anyway. My opinion, they didn't know better Ah that WAS fun

Colton raised his eyebrow as Gerrard defended Sparks. The pegasus was rather confused. He and Sparks would just consider there banter to be lighthearted fun, with no underlying tones of nastiness behind their words and or actions. They looked at each other for a second, merely shrugging as they followed Gerrard to their next destination. Colton was still trying to wrap his head around this griffon, for the life of him the pegasus didn't know how he should react to anything Gerrard would say or do. He just decided it'd be best if he just, went along with it. Colton also couldn't help but spot that Gerrard was holding back a lot of laughs and also laughing at situations that, well weren't exactly humorous. Which made the pegasus wonder if he had missed something. At this moment Colton had no idea what to think or to do. Gerrard seemed legitimate in the sense he was offering them a job, and a following pay. But he couldn't shake the feeling that there was something he was missing, the griffon just seemed a tad...Off, to him. It didn't make matters any better when the griffon put an arm around Colton's neck and said his next sentance, almost sounding like he was threatening him. And that's when it hit Colton. "[colour=#40e0d0]Why that little...He's messing me about to get a reaction, he thinks it's funny.[/colour]" Colton realized as he sighed and removed the griffon's arm from around his neck. Colton had been in these sort of situations before, and honestly, he couldn't stand them. He seriously contemplated just walking away and not being made a fool out of. But instead he merely came to his own conclusion in his head, "[colour=#40e0d0]He wants a reaction? How about I give him nothing.[/colour]" Colton thought as he responded to the griffon's question. Colton simply nodded coldly with as little expression as he could. Sparks took the same attitude. When Gerrard said Colton was the only pony to respond, the pegasus just have him a glare similar to the one he had given him earlier, "[colour=#40e0d0]This is gonna be a looong job.[/colour]" Colton thought.

As Colton shook the griffon's talon he observed the other feathered creatures fierce gaze. The pegasus kept a pleasant and straight face though, not wanting to offend unwillingly. Sparks however gulped rather loudly and nervously, only to receive a slight glare from his master. After the shake was over, Colton cleared his throat and replied in turn to the griffon revealing his name, "[colour=#40e0d0]Very nice knowing ya, Gerrard. And uh...resume...? Uh...Credentials?[/colour]" Colton wondered as he looked at Sparks for clarification. The sparrow merely shrugged. "[colour=#40e0d0]Oh well aren't you a huge help.[/colour]" Colton whispered sarcastically to his bird. Colton raised yet another eyebrow when Gerrard came off with the strange statement that he had misplaced his monocle. This got Colton thinking, "[colour=#40e0d0]...Can guys who can fly even wear monocles? Is it a formal land thing? Should I have one?[/colour]" He asked himself absentmindedness as Sparks just rolled his eyes at his master's contemplation. What Colton got in the next few seconds though was something he didn't really expect, but most likely should have saw coming. When Gerrard revealed he wasn't quite as formal as he let on, Colton breathed a sigh of relief; especially since Gerrard didn't care about credentials or resumes anymore; the most Colton had in that line of reasoning was a journal. The pegasus chuckled shortly after the griffon before calming himself and realizing this griffon probably wasn't as imposing as he had previously seemed. Following this, Colton replied to Gerrard's questions, "[colour=#40e0d0]Yeah, Pegasi are pretty good at that. If nothing else we can get something somewhere fast.[/colour]" He stated confidently before replying again. "[colour=#40e0d0]And yes, we are interested in the job, so long as that bag of bits you got there means business.[/colour]" Colton stated as he stood tall and proud to make himself look like a hard worker as he intended to be, "[colour=#40e0d0]And 200? Nice. We've worked on irrigation before but never for that much. Not saying it's a bad thing of course.[/colour]" Colton retorted, having let down any notions that this griffon may have ill intentions; however his natural skepticism was still there, waiting.

Colton wiped a bit of sweat from his brow, exhaling deeply as the pair continued walking. It was at this point that Colton was starting to realize he may just need to ask for directions. This was always considered very embarrassing by him so he only resorted to this when he really needed to. This instance being an example of that. The pegasus looked around for anypony that could possibly know where he was supposed to be heading. What he got though, was rather unexpected. Colton heard an odd thudding noise from behind him, slowly followed by a voice. The pegasus continued staring forward for a bit longer before turning around, realizing this figure was talking to him specifically. When he turned though he saw something he didn't expect; that being a griffon. And something even more unexpected; that being the proximity of the feathered citizen's beak to Colton's person. The pegasus backed up slightly with a slightly raised eyebrow, wondering if this griffon was being genuine. He examined the figure from beak to talon and couldn't help but feel, not at ease. Colton didn't assume the worst in individuals though, it wasn't in his nature. So instead, he responded with some greetings. "[colour=#40e0d0]Ah, hi. Nice to meet you. I'm Colton Cloudkicker, and this here is Sparks.[/colour]" The pegasus stated as Sparks gave a slight bow, but was just as uneasy as Colton, "[colour=#40e0d0]And a bunch wouldn't be a bad idea. Not exactly what we were expecting but, I guess it'll do.[/colour]" Colton smiled as he extended a hoof to the figure, "[colour=#40e0d0]Your flyers then, eh? Y'know I meet most of my employers at a work site or some other generic place. Nice to see a griffon taking personal interest in his employees.[/colour]" Colton chuckled light heatedly; still unsure on how he should see this new character.