In the long history of Equestria, the two royal sisters are an enigma. Why are Celestia and Luna on the Equestrian flag when they were not there during the founding? How did they come to rule over the nation? And what really caused Luna to become Nightmare Moon?

For a full understanding of this story, it is recommended that you read Paradise, to which this story is a spiritual sequel.

Food ponies have it rough. For one thing, the ultimate pleasure lies not in physical touch, but in being, well, eaten, some enjoying this pleasure to the fullest and losing their lives. Parmesan, a pizza pony, came to Ponyville after narrowly avoiding being eaten in Manehatten. She never wanted much out of a relationship, but it would be nice to find at least one pony who can treat her normally without looking at her like she's just a breadstick. So, when she meets a fun loving pink mare that tastes of cotton candy and isn't bothered by her gooey complexion, she can't help but get a little cheesy.

Art by Kooner01 of DA, Credited to swaetshrit of DA

Zecora's helpful nature has won her many good friends in Ponyville, but they're in for a big surprise when Zecora tries to show them what the best medicine really is. And no, it's not laughter.

Twilight's relentless study of Pinkie's strange abilities leads to a horrifying revelation.

This site really needs an existential horror tag.

With her knowledge of time spells enabling Twilight Sparkle to travel into the far future of Equestria, she contemplates all she has seen, and reveals the true reason for her journey.