Ever since she was banished by Star Swirl the Bearded, Aria Blaze has harbored an irrational hatred for long, white beards. This has always made the Christmas season difficult to bear, due to all the Santa Claus imagery.

So when Adagio hears about a mysterious vandal who cut the beards of several Santa Clauses in town, she can't help but suspect Aria. With the help of Sonata, Adagio tries to stop Aria before the police do.

One week has passed since the Battle of the Bands. Alone and hungry, Sonata must find food to survive until Adagio comes back.

Since their banishment to this world centuries ago, Adagio, Aria and Sonata have been traveling, looking for a way to go back to Equestria.
One day after using their powers, they get accused of witchcraft. Chased by the authorities and the population, they must escape to avoid a horrible death.

(Takes place a few centuries before Rainbow Rocks.)

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