A young boy born with a strange birthmark has unique favorites. Because of how unique he is, he is beaten and ridiculed by his peers.

Trouble brews as he grows older and seeks a remote spot where he can read in peace. When he finds this spot, he doesn't realize that his life will change soon. When he meets an elf from Equestria, things seem to turn around for Roland.
An evil sorcerer created a magical serpent from black magic. The venom from the serpent left the boy blind but would have killed him if Rose hadn't done something.

A pony goes missing. A strange storm appears. Danger on the train. This is what Twilight goes through. She and her friends are the only ones that could stop these things from happening. They were wrong. They found help where they least expected it and when they needed it most. The story is a work in progress so, feel free to comment on it and give advice too.