Twilight becomes a cactus and shenanigans ensue.
Written for a friend who simply wanted a story named "My Little Cactus".

After finding hints to an ancient, library, Twilight leaves home to attempt to discover what Star Swirl couldn't... the legendary 'Vault of Origins'. This lost library is supposed to hold the histories of the Pre-Windigo Exodus civilizations and perhaps the origins of Ponykind themselves... but will she be able to survive the dangers that guard the Vault?

While being bullied, Pipsqueak is pushed into a corner, unable to escape. In a desperate attempt to retaliate, he discovers his one true talent. What do you do when your greatest ability is to make others ponies cry?

The equestrians have forgotten us, forgotten of those they once fought side by side with, lived and coexisted with. Those who they had once called brothers and sisters. I am here to remedy that, to bring back the forgotten histories of Equestria.

Part one: First contact

EDIT: The story has undergone a rewrite and I added a few new elements to the existing chapters. You may want to reread them ^^

In an alternate universe, the brony community takes on a new level of wonder and mockery in the eyes of the media as bronies and pegasisters are blessed with their own little pony friends who magically appear before them. However, Erik, a newcomer to the herd, is too afraid to show off his pony, hiding her away. However, despite the fear of ridicule and ostracism, Erik must learn that he should not have to hide his love for the show, and it gets easier when you have a pony that will stick with you through every step of the way.

The picture belongs to Gamma Delta from Equestria Daily. It can be found under Drawfriend #379.

The Cutie Mark Crusader's have sleepover in Carousel Boutique talking about colts they have crushes on, the latest gossip, more ways to try to get their cutie marks, and pranks?

It's just a sleepover, The Cutie Mark Crusader way.

Celestia has taught many students, which she has a candle to remember them by. Every know and then, she lights a candle to remember them by.

After getting their Cutie Marks, the Crusaders never really did anything much. Soon, they drifted apart. But what happens when Scootaloo finds their old clubhouse...