Being a first generation interspecies couple isn't easy. But it's not exactly hard, either. It's just different, you know? Different is alright though. Different is interesting. Different is good.
Veterans Day Tribute. A veteran of a terrible war comes to visit Twilight Sparkle with the story of his journey through desolation, emptiness, and hope.
Captain Tome faces an impossible task: hold Galloper's Overlook. It can't be done. The battalion is outgunned and outnumbered, and he's out of his depth. But surrender isn't an option. So ordinary ponies must become heroes.
Equestria finds itself under attack and grossly unprepared for a new and ruthless threat. Fortunately, a certain wizard was pulled into the fight as well, and must lend his knowledge to Equestria and its protectors to help combat this threat.
He marched through the wastes. He was also bright yellow, and had a tail that did not sway much. He was also named Buttercup, not exactly a manly name, but it was his. His friend needed him. What is that? It looks like him, but also very not...
Three weeks after Twilight's coronation, Fluttershy sits down for her daily hour of tea, when she receives a spontaneous visit from the least spontaneous mare she knows. Just what is on Twilight's mind?