Everything has fallen apart for Scootaloo.

Her Cutie Mark will never come. The doctor said so. Her blood is just wrong.

As she stays in the Cutie Mark Crusader's Clubhouse, her friends show up. Now she has to explain that her crusade is over, and that there's even worse news.

Life as she knows it is over.

A/N: Kind of a sad story, with an upbeat ending. Listed as Slice-of-Life because it contains headcanon that makes some modicum of sense. Pretty light (Scoot's not even an orphan in this), and may have been done before, but this idea's been bothering me for too long, so here it is. Bonus points if you know what the title means. Avoid comments for massive spoilers, even if you do know what the title implies.

And yes, I do have some background in genetics, but I'm skimming it a bit for show feel.

Edit 28/7: Made the whole thing a little longer, and I think better in general. Hope you enjoy!

Watch out for the sequel, being worked on now.

Moondancer, after talking with Twilight, came to the distressing conclusion that a lot of her dear friend's life has been manipulated by Celestia. When she works up her courage to confront her, however, Moondancer gets the last answer she expected - Celestia agreeing.

A commission for Alex Warlorn.

All Starlight wants to do is stew in her emotions. After all, nopony really understands her.

Of course, her dad won't leave well enough alone.

Preread by: Alex_ and Jack of a Few Trades

One day, after a moment of silent fear, Twilight returns home and asks her special someone some very important questions. Lying in bed and half awake, he answers them.

Artist is Colon-yukkuripale

You run into a pony who seems to be the 'Debbie Downer' of Ponyville. A feeling deep in your chest decides to make her day a bit better. What you find changes everything you know about cutie marks and your perspective on ponies.

A new stallion by the name of Gear Gizmo moves into Ponyville, and of course, Pinkie tries to introduce herself...with mixed results.

Turns out Gear is not only not very sociable, but he can't seem to understand the concept of other ponies' emotions, and appears to be prone to anger. Gear can't explain why he acts this way to Pinkie, as apparently, he doesn't even know himself.

So, Pinkie feels that she needs to help Gear through this difficult point in his life, help him find answers to his complicated personality, and help him make some friends. Celestia knows he needs some.

A story about the everyday social and emotional struggle of those with Asperger's Syndrome.

I would like to credit Antsan, Lightning Ferron, and two anonymous users (who stumbled across this and decided to make some edits of their own) for helping me edit this story.

A police officer shows up at the front doorstep of the Carousel Boutique, telling Rarity that Sweetie Belle is now in police custody. Rarity is confused as to why until her dear sister tells her. What she learns shocks her.

Rated Teen for certain topics discussed in the story.

WARNING:
Controversial topic

(The CMC are now teen aged)

Spike has a bad dream, and goes to find Twilight.

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This story is a sequel to A Dedicated Customer

It's just another day in Tekky's shop, and that means it's just another day for Leech to pester the poor potion maker. As Tekky prepares to close up for the day she tells Leech to head out, weary from cleaning up after the unicorn. Once Leech begrudgingly departs Tekky is left to wonder, just where does the black furred mare go when she's not around.

Tekky belongs to Mr.Tektite. You can find his stuff on Derpibooru!

Spike longed for years to have a family of his own. With Twilight's help, he applies for adoption.
Can he succeed in the trials of parenthood?
Can his daughter survive the life of royalty?
Can the royal coffers endure the doting of three zealous aunts?

Set seventy years after the end of Season 3.

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Cover art by EZTP also featured on Equestria Daily! [#3]
Additional supplemental art provided by MelonDraws, spokenmind93, EZTP, EifieChan, Ayemel, and Ninny, with more to come in the future.

Edited by the amazing Shahrazad

*Note*: [Sex] tag added for the use of innuendo and mention of the topic in later chapters. No 'on-screen' content included.

This story's update frequency is incredibly sporadic, but I promise, no matter what happens, no matter how long it takes, this story will reach completion. (Update 12/28/22: YES, I PROMISE I'M STILL WORKING ON IT!)