Lucifer learned his lesson over his bet for Job's soul: never gamble with God. But when his older brother demands the discontinuance of a "specific corruption", the Prince of Darkness takes on a different kind of challenge that might just teach him a lesson or two about the Magic of Friendship.

This is a lighthearted comedy. I mean no offense. Read the Author's Foreword for more a more detailed apology.

Celestia is tormented by memories of her past. This causes her to lose her cool while finishing an important treaty for Twilight to take with her to Zebrul, the land of the Zebras. Celestia leaves Twilight with answers to her panic, a mysterious book written by herself and an author Twilight has never heard of before. Now Twilight reads the book while she negotiates the ups and downs of Zebrul.

Thank you Jayesixx for the amazing cover art!

Octavia was just a small filly. She knew the world around her was bad, but she was safe. One night, a man proved to her that this wasn't true, and from there on, it was her decision as to what to do.

Or yours, seeing as this is a comment driven story in a dark form of Equestria, riddled with gangs, murderers, and thieves. Leave comments on specific chapters to vote and respect the deadlines I put on voting.

Genre and character tags will be added as necessary.

My name is Drake McMillan.

I am a brony.

Not a hardcore fan by any perception of the word, but I do enjoy the show from time to time. The episodes are either a hit or miss for me, which is understandable considering the demographic they're aiming for. It's really not the best show in the world, in fact some episodes are so utterly terrible that I can't sit through the first five minutes without stopping completely!

So seriously fate.

Isn't that enough reason NOT to throw me into Equestria?

Author's note: CANCELED! Nobody wanted this, nobody likes this and seriously, I have better stories in me to write.

NOTICE: Canceled until further notice!

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Hey, you. Yes, you, the one sitting on the chair! What the heck are you doing here? Well, whatever. Since you're here anyways, I might as well tell you what the heck I'm doing in a small town called Ponyville.

You see, there's going to be a very important event that's going to happen very soon, at this exact location. I need to be here for this important event. Why? Well, to tell you the truth, I am the only pony that knows of this event. And you see, this "happening" will shake up the world of Equestria upside-down. If it survives, that is.

There will be destruction, mayhem and mass chaos. There will be words spoken, glances passed, and friendships forgotten. There will be the end of pony life if I'm not there to stop it.

And trust me, I'm gonna stop it.

Twilight Sparkle couldn't be happier. Ponyville has set a new record for the length of time between disasters that have occurred in the otherwise quiet little town, there are no new evils rising in the horizon and her new telescope just arrived in the mail. Then, she gets a party invitation for a pony that just arrived in town. Twilight soon learns that the new pony isn't as she thought she was, and she may be more trouble than she seems. Answers seem to evade Twilight, as she can't pin any information from the newcomer. But in the background, darkness is rising, and the only way out of the danger is through cooperation and perseverance.

Meanwhile, the new mare struggles to fit into her new home...

AUTHOR'S DISCLAIMER & NOTES:

I know "Adventure" is tagged with the story, but halfway through it's gonna slightly shift towards slice of life. Why? Because that's how I plan it to be. I'm warning all of you this now because I can't have both "Adventure" and "Slice of Life" tags at the same time. So just be aware of that.

I'm a bit of a stickler when it comes to tags.

Also, this story is rated teen for violence, broken bones and possibly a little bit of blood.

It was the end of the world.

Or rather, it was the closest it has been ever since Nightmare Moon tried to usurp the throne. Not even Discord's brief rampage on Equestria one year ago could compare to this. The Changling invasion fell short on what destruction that this day brought. The last time ponies felt this much pain was when King Sombra was in power of the Crystal Empire.

So what if all four villains were released at the same time?

At the same place?

All with the same goal?

Who would step up to the plate?

This story is using plot elements BEFORE season 3 episode 2.

There was a tragedy that happened in the story. That's a part of the plot. However, there is a brief moment of sadness that does not dominate the story. This story also tries not to focus on those sad elements more than needed. The sad element is only build upon a miniscule amount, and is never expanded.

I just feel like that needed to be explained.

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Princess Luna finds more than a friend in her sister's student, and Twilight Sparkle gets a chance to study the moon and stars far closer than she ever dreamed possible.

An ongoing series of slice-of-life snapshots. Expect a castle's worth of clop-free d'aaawww.

These stories are in continuity with The Rustic & The Romantic and If the Flight Suit Fits.

Now featuring cover art by the inimitable Cerraka (formerly xaztein / crenair)!

Almost all chapters originally written as separate entries for flash-fic blog Thirty Minute Ponies (TMP). I highly recommend a visit to TMP if you're looking for some of the best 1000-word gems in pony fiction. Many thanks to TMP for inspiring me to write!

Plan C - In which Cadance learns that Celestia is the chessmaster, and that her backup plans are the most fun of all.

Game, Set, Match - Twilight tries her hoof at arena combat. Victory or defeat, she's sure to end up a winner with this opponent.

Countdown - Luna swore she'd never do this again, but there's something about that little librarian from Ponyville that tests her resolve.

Twilight Hustle - Rarity's heard some steamy rumors about Twilight and gathers the girls to dish juicy gossip.

All the World’s a Stage - Luna had a wonderful evening with Twilight and sang her heart out about it. Oh, and she might have left the door open.

Every Morning After - Twilight and Luna shared a wonderful, magical night; unfortunately, immortal Princesses sometimes forget about thousand-year-old laws which could ruin the mood ever so slightly.

Names - Luna's had many more names and titles than "Mare in the Moon", and Twilight discovers which of them meant the most.

Great Minds Think Alike - Cadance and Celestia's plan for Twilight and Luna comes to a head, slightly off schedule.

Third Time's the Charm - Twilight's Nightmare Night costumes aren't cutting it. Now Luna's in town, and that may change her opinion on what makes a proper costume.

Monster - Ponyville's been through the ringer lately, but whose fault is it really?

Impossible - Luna's having a bad night, and Twilight came all the way to Canterlot to do something about it.

Early Observances - If you're going to interrupt Celestia's sleep, you'd better have a very good reason.

THAT Letter - Luna and Twilight have to tell Celestia how serious their relationship has become, and they decide to send a letter. Surely they couldn't disagree about how to make such a simple announcement - could they?

Your Turn - Twilight and her friends reveal some personal secrets, and Twilight's is life-changing.

Trembling Joyful Whispers- The Big Day is here for Twilight and Luna! Hear the congregation's comments as events unfold.

The Power Vested in Me- The Big Day is here, but Luna and Twilight are so very, very far from ready. Will their fears get the better of them?

Awkward - Twilight and Shining Armor have dinner with their parents along with Luna and Cadance. They'll probably wish they'd ordered takeout instead.

Absence - Luna deals with a thousand years of angst all at once; maybe she just needs a gentle helping hoof to make sense of it all.

You Were There - A quiet night between Luna and Twilight is almost derailed by a lesson in ancient mythology.

Between Sun and Moon - Luna reads a bedtime story with which she is all too familiar.

Postcards from the Edge - Twilight leaves to study abroad for three months; in her absence, Luna has a stack of mail to open.

Insert Princess T into Slot S - Twilight want to be Princess of Something. Careful what you wish for!

Ups and Downs - Newly-crowned Princess Twilight needs flying lessons. Careful whom you ask!

Amethyst Throne - Princess Twilight is pretty sure she's seen these petitioners somewhere before.

This story is a sequel to Yaerfaerda

A newly transformed Rainbow Dash continues her flight east.