When a gift turns into a curse; when ages seem to perpetually pass, leaving behind only sorrow and dread, the solace of the great beyond seems ever more desirable. When an opportunity to finally achieve that solace is presented, a decision is made, the authority is passed down, and a new era dawns. But when the leading figures of this new era disappear, the flustered citizens of Equestria will turn to any one offering order. A foreign power arrives, promising to restore order and surpass all previous expectations, and all seems in order. However, what goes on beyond the boundaries of Ponyville may cause some to think otherwise.

On a normal day, Applejack goes to lend Rarity a hoof searching for gems but a terrible accident leaves her at deaths door. Joined by her family and three friends-Rainbow, Rarity and Spike-Applejack clings to her life. As her life gives out she tries to cherish the last words she'll ever hear again.

Berry Punch is Ponyvilles town drunk who goes a little overboard when she drinks. Just about everypony in Ponyville is sick of her, but Bon Bon, Lyra and Derpy are the only ones willing to help. Why? Because no one else wants to deal with her! Join Berry Punch on her alcoholic journey to push drinking out of her life and probably find love in ponyville... Most likely not...but who knows? You don't, neither do I!
(Warning! Some profanity may be used!)

Relic Wonder is an archaeologist, his team has been sent to explore the remnants of the Shadow Empire, otherwise known as the home of King Sombra. Whilst growing up, Relic heard countless stories about the heartless King and for years has wanted to visit his fallen kingdom. While exploring the castle of the king he makes the archaeological finding of the century, perhaps the millennium. And it is a simple book, a diary to be exact. After reading the first entry his head is in turmoil, that sounded nothing like the 'heartless beast' he's heard so much about. Exposing his finding would surely bring him and his team fame, but he can't bring himself to do it. This diary reveals more than Relic could have ever imagined, not only about Sombra and his kingdom, but about Equestria itself. (Inspired by the injustice done to King Sombra in the show. Also, credit to the artist, whomever he may be.)

If your life is turned upside down and you're forced to be on the constant run, what would you do? Would you wallow in self pity or simply laugh at this new reality and carry on? For 8 ponies, self-pity comes with the price of allowing life in Equestria to be destroyed. They must be strong, resilient, on take care of each other on the journey that awaits them. The destiny of Equestria has been involuntarily placed in their hooves and they must awaken a power stronger than the Elements of Harmony if they hope to be triumphant against an evil alicorn bent in destroying the 'meaningless cycle' that she considers life in Equestria.