A simple challenge inspired by a contest: no prize to be claimed as possible; a simple expedition with light so to speak of. Failing that, a short story with low expectations and higher inquiries based on its contents in question nevertheless...
The Cutie Mark Crusaders become apprentice ninjas when a grandmaster visits Ponyville! But why won't Scootaloo invite her martial artist friend over, too? And who is the mysterious Hammer, the Boy In Alicorn Armour?
After five years in The Underground, Snails finally meets the one who brought his new home to Equestria. With a time limit set in place, his determination will be put to the test as he makes it for the barrier.
Raindrops finds herself forced to deal with the implacable, unstoppable big sister of a pony she sent to jail... and must also keep her own little brother, Snails, from being caught in the crossfire. Lunaverse story.
"What are little colts made of?" As Cheerilee watches two of them become friends in her new class, she might just find an answer. That said, this is their story... or at least some of it.
Beginning school is a difficult time for anypony, but from such a stressful environment, lasting friendships can form between the most unlikely ponies.
When an adult Snails inherits a fortune, Diamond Tiara finds herself in charge of making him presentable. Can she turn him into a gentlecolt to win the bet with Fleur, and will she find more than she bargained for?
Getting passing grades through copying off Silver Spoon has served Diamond Tiara well. But Cheerliee just forced Diamond to switch desks and now the only ponies she can cheat off are -- Snips & Snails. How can she make them study and save her?