General idea started back in late January
Credits
By R
Writing assistance by Morning Glory
Starring
Starswirl as The Good King
Somnambula as hope
Antiquorum as The Dragon
Stone Seeker as the guide
Forepony as Everypony Calls Him "Barkeep"
Archer as I'm not done with her
Archer's father as Sir Not Appearing in This Book.
The Dark Wizard Sombra as The Big Bad
And Lady Amore as the Damsel in Distress.
Epilogue
That day everypony had a celebration. Starswirl, Somnambula, and Antiquorum were lauded as heroes, along with minor accolades for Archer, Stone Seeker, and the forepony. Lady Amore thanked all those involved for their parts in freeing the village. That night Starswirl, Somnambula, and Antiquorum were standing on a ledge above the village looking down.
"So, can this be destroyed?" asked Somnambula, holding up the Bloodstone Scepter.
"Yes, though it will take some doing," said Starswirl, taking the scepter in his magic. "The magic is wrapped up in the gem, the staff is merely to focus the power. Shattering the gem won't quite be sufficient, the shards would hold a small amount of the magic in them."
"I can destroy it," said Antiquorum. "Give it to me, and I will eat it, for nothing of stone can survive a dragon's stomach." Starswirl passed the scepter to Antiquorum, who popped it into his mouth with his claws. "Thank you for freeing both myself and the village from the whelp. I have decided to aid you and yours forever."
"Are you sure?" asked Starswirl. "I wouldn't want to impose."
"I am, I owe you a great debt, and you are good ponies. If you would have me, I would be of service."
"In that case, I accept your offer, Sir Antiquorum. I am sure your service shall be exemplary."
Behind the scenes.
First draft: Iusiurandum Part 1: The Enchanter
The continent this story takes place in has but two countries.
Staswirl frees Antiquorum from the evil sorcerer Sombra. In return Antiquorum pledges his allegience to Starswirl, his decendents, and Mannulus Terram forever.
Second draft:
Starswirl and Somnambula go exploring the mountains alone. They meet Stone, who tells them about Sombra and the dragon. They agree to help since ponies would die if they took the time to get reinforcements. Then they sneak over to Antiquorum to ask it why he is helping Sombra. They then learn about the Bloodstone Scepter. They decide to steal the Bloodstone Scepter from Lord Sombra. When Sombra appears for the execution of the rebels Somnambula takes the staff. Then Antiquorum eats Sombra. With the village saved Starswirl and Somnambula decide to return early to tell of this event and Antiquorum decides to join them, promising to serve them forever.
Artwork (By Morning Glory)
General idea started back in late January
And a picture of us. 
I am represented by blue unicorn while the pegasus represents my little sister. She has a message for you. "It's not over. Not even close."