Before the main events that took place between King Sombra, Flurry Heart, and others, there were other events that happened before all the main events took place. How? Well, King Sombra was taking a stroll in Ponyville. Now, knowing the ponies of ponyville, they would usually warn everypony of Sombra’s return, again. Or they would simply try to beat him up in case he would try anything villainous. But strangely, nopony seemed to care one bit of Sombra’s return for once, and he was fine with it. Once he arrived at Sugarcube Corner, he decided to enter, play (or attempt to), with the Cake Twins for a few minutes, browse whatever it is that the ponies behind the counter are selling, and order something once he made his choice.
The reason being is that he was hungry, and wanted something to snack on. He tried going back to the Crystal Empire for a snack and some coffee from the Crystal Empire cafe, but the entire kingdom was under attack by a pack of yetis. So he went to Ponyville instead; which was a lot more safer of course. However, right before Sombra can order something, he noticed something... peculiar. For instance, there’s no customers. Not really peculiar; except for the fact that none of the tables were set up yet. Secondly, he noticed that there was nopony behind the counter; not even his archenemy: Pinkie Pie. Thirdly, the spot where the Cake Twins would play, is empty. Not to mention messy because of all the toys lying around. Lastly, he didn’t see anyone in the back area of the counter either. Plus, when he decided to grab one of the cakes in the showcase, Sombra noticed that the cake was plastic, and that it was glued on there real good. He even went as far as trying to make a cake on his own. Unfortunately, he couldn’t. Reason being is that not only are the cakes a fake, but literally everything is a fake; even the money in the register. He also soon realized that literally nopony is in Ponyville either, but he didn’t care.
With that in mind, he decided to just leave, and never come back, (well, at least until tomorrow). However, right as soon as Sombra left, he was confronted by a mailpony who goes by the name: Derpy Hooves. He waved nonchalantly, but then was given a mysterious letter from the Crystal Empire. It read: “Dear King Sombra, I know that we are enemies and all, but I could really use your help. You see, when I was in the kitchen, making some dinner for my daughter and husband, yetis just came out of nowhere and attacked us. Everyone was fine, but Flurry Heart is missing. Not only that, but the entire kingdom is swarmed with more yetis. I fear that at this rate, our kingdom will be in ruins. Most importantly, our daughter is still missing. Considering that you’ve probably heard about Flurry Heart before somehow, we need your assistance. Find Flurry Heart for us, and bring her back safely. If you do this, then you’ll be greatly rewarded. If not, then all hope will be lost. I sincerely hope that you’ll do this for us. You don’t know how much our daughter means to us, so please bring her back if you can, and we’ll guarantee your safety. Sincerely, Princess mi Amora Cadenza. AKA, Cadence.”
With that in mind, Derpy left, and Sombra placed the letter in his pocket for safekeeping. How he has pockets is because he’s part shadow; that’s all. Anyways, Sombra then decided to look for Flurry Heart; despite him being a villain. Even though he wasn’t going to accept the mission, he had no choice. It’s either help out, or have yetis take over Equestria. With his choice made, he sets off to find Flurry Heart. And so the story begins...