[Philip needed space for this.

He had read up on the whole notion of magic and how one could affect the area. So stepping into a spot designed for him by Mayor Mare, since he didn't know how long this could go on, he closed his eyes and concentrated.

For a moment, nothing happened. And then, his horn glowed with the same golden light that was accustomed to his accessing the Gaia Library, but this time, the world around him in a limited 100x100 foot area became a pristine white as bookshelves flew into view, from all directions until they settled into position.

For a moment he held this position, until he opened a eye and found that accessing the books in physical form was even easier than he expected, thanks to Unicorn Magic.]

How intriguing! [Remarked Philip as he started to pluck various books off the shelves.] The books feel real enough, created from converting matter into physical form.

[But then he frowned a little.] But there isn't enough sorting. I need help.

[Sticking his head out of the space, he called to the nearest pony or whoever was nearby.] You! Yes, you, come over here and help me with this. I need keywords to perform searches.

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How wonderful! I can't wait to research this even more! [The first thing you see on the scrolls however is Philip stripping his clothing off, what little he wears. The next is several instances of him boiling rice and eating it over the course of a few hours, rapidly gaining weight.

Within hours he's huge. Like massive and he heaves himself onto his rear legs as he starts doing pushing exercises.]

Dosukoi! Dosukoi!

[Philip plz.]

[There's Philip once more, and he's in a library for where else would he be. Tired looking administrators as he's writing up things on a white board with pens.

He seems to be rambling about Donuts to be honest. Or a certain pony associated with donuts.]

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[The scroll opens to show the human Gentarou and Captain Celestia standing around talking to each other. Neither seem to be addressing the scroll, so it seems like they do not realize it is recording.]

So as you can see, the amount of Cosmic Energy that goes into a person is directly proportional to the amount of friends they have. It’s why I’m swimming with it right now, since I have more than 1000 friends all over the worlds.

I have never heard of Cosmic Energy before, but when you describe it like that, I have definitely seen its effects. Have you been here long enough to hear of Nightmare Moon’s first return?

I was here for the second one at least. Well, when it involved Twilight of course. But I wasn’t here for the first one. Oh, and the wielders used the elements on Lyra too.

It seems they have been quite active lately. I have to wonder if the Elements may actually function with the same sort of Cosmic Energy? They do gain significant power when its bearers are close friends with one another.

That would explain the KRC, the Kamen Rider Club. My ultimate form, Cosmic States is empowered by our strong friendship bonds. When JK wavered, I literally lost the ability to become Cosmic.

That is too similar to the Elements to be coincidence. If so, this energy may very well exist in multiple universes under different names. I believe I have seen similar effects in my space travels, as well.

It is the power of space after all. Space bonds everyone together, and considering that the amount of power that flows through space-- [Suddenly the conversation is interrupted by a large explosion of rainbows, enveloping both the captain and Gentarou, shaking the scroll a bit. Once everything settles, Captain Celestia is still standing there, but in Gen's place there is now a unicorn with a scruffy-looking mane and very earthly cutie mark. They then proceed to pick up the conversation as if nothing at all had happened.] --would probably result in the universe providing a huge amount of energy at any given time. People have harnessed such a power for various purposes over the years, and Switches are but one of the tools the Presenters have provided to humanity.

So it tends to be channeled through a variety of items, then, be it gems or Switches. Do you think it would be possible for somepony or someone to harness it without the use of such a focus?

The raw power of friendship has been a mystery for ages, but focuses offer a medium for channeling goodwill. To date, only Gentarou has managed to channel pure friendship without an avenue, and even then he is no Kengo. Even if Kengo has lost his ability to channel raw power without a medium. Switches, like other devices such as the Precure’s Miracle Lights allow for focusing one’s thoughts and wishes through them.

Perhaps this is something to ask Ponyville at large? There are still many here who are from different universes. It would not be surprising to hear of similar stories amongst other worlds.

A new research project, one that I have no inkling of… yes, yes how interesting! I would love to do this actually.

Good! I shall be glad to assist. It would seem that the easiest means to gather the data has been left here for us to utilize. [She motions to the scroll lying there.]

Oh excellent, I’ve been meaning to get one of those. [Philip trots over and picks it up.] Very well then, we shall commence with the research as soon as possible.

[Sometime after the ponies wake up, scrolls and quills suddenly start raining from the sky. Don't worry, its not the ponypocalypse, its just a squadron of flying white ponies dropping them from above.

Once everyone receives one, the scrolls suddenly glow and come to life, its surface revealing the visage of a large white alicorn with rainbow hair and a golden crown, sitting on a large, velvet-upholstered throne. She has a calm, reassuring, regal smile on her face as she speaks, though those who know her better can see the light of worry and concern in her eyes.]

Good afternoon, newponies! I am Princess Celestia.

I've heard of your arrival in Ponyville and of some of the more interesting stories that have come from it. We're...not certain how this phenomenon has occurred, but we here at the royal castle will put our efforts into solving this mystery, and I hope you will help us out as we wish to help you out!

Rest assured, no harm will come to you. Nor, as some of you have worried, are we holding you against your will. On the contrary, you're free to move about Equestria as you please, be it through Ponyville, Los Pegasus or anywhere in between. I only request that you use the scrolls we have provided you to check in from time to time, so that we know where you might be when we figure out the solution to this current situation.

If you have any questions, you are free to ask them of me. If I am not available - and, I will admit, there are times when I can be quite busy - there are many other ponies willing to help you, including the other princesses of Equestria. We are all in this together, after all.

[And then she smiles a little more. Its a much more relaxed smile. The concern is still there, of course.]

But, in the meantime, I'd also like to get to know all of you! I always like to meet new people, after all. I hear we even have a dragon?