This story is a sequel to Learning To Live Again

Shade has documented the history of almost every nation for the last twenty years. But he’s avoided one nation in particular until recently; The Crystal Empire.

He quickly discovers that history won't be silent when he awakens the memories of Sombra and his mind becomes tormented by the former King.

There are only two ponies who can help; Celestia and Luna. His sisters will have to relive the events that led to the fall of the Empire, reopening old wounds that have taken centuries to heal.

And Sombra will make sure they know his side of the story before this is all over...

Fluttershy, Mare of the Ministry of Peace, travels to the Zebra capital of Roam to discuss a new treaty. But the pine forests outside the city beckon her in to where, alone with her regrets, she contemplates the nature of solitude.

A Fallout: Equestria story, inspired by Ottorino Respighi's The Pines of Rome.

Rated teen for the somewhat heavy subject material and one instance of profanity used purely for historical accuracy.

Featured on Equestria Daily, 5 January 2021.

“Do you have any last words?”
“Father please! I’ve been framed! Please listen to your daughter”
“You were never my daughter” Shining said as he stared at Flurry with his usually cold glare.
Skyla suddenly barges in shouting, “Father wait!”

You might be wondering what is going on here. Who am I? What did I do? Well, we have to rewind a bit in order to get the story. This is my story.

This story is a sequel to Shy and Aggressive

Disclaimer: This is a continuation as to not bloat the first book with too many chapters. Reading book 1 is required to properly understand the context of what happens in this story.

In attempt to thwart the malevolent monsters that terrorized Ponyville, the Main 7, The Dazzlings and Mutant 4 find themselves transported to a foreign land. Here, they face off against the dangerous flora and fauna native to this realm. With despair and danger looming over, these teens will have to put aside their previous grievances in the name of survival.

Special thanks to ThePMB-Brony and Moongaze14 for proof reading this story.
Cover art is by me.

(Set after season 4 but before the events of Crusaders of the Lost Mark)

Actions have consequences.

Even the most seemingly innocent of them have the potential to snowball into something greater.

Action: Silver Spoon confesses her unconditional love to Diamond Tiara.
Consequence: Silver Spoon gets friendzoned.

Action: Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon play a hurtful prank on a classmate.
Consequence: Their victim loses her life in an unforeseen accident.

Action: The Cutie Mark Crusaders concoct a plan that will put an end to Diamond Tiara’s wickedness permanently.
Consequence: The course of Equestrian history is forever altered.

Ask your doctor about The Diamond Exchange. The Diamond Exchange is not for everypony. Side effects may include leaving a thumbs up, favoriting the story and leaving comments. In rare but serious cases, a small number of readers have been known to watch the author and recommend the story to other readers. Severe health risks may occur as a result of leaving a thumbs down; the most common being Lyra eating your hands.

Critics can’t stop talking about The Diamond Exchange! But since they charge for their reviews, I’ll just post these that I made up instead.

“The Diamond Exchange kept me sitting in the center of my seat.” – Maud Pie.

“The ending left me more speechless than The Last Roundup.” – Derpy Hooves after accidentally reading the final chapter first.

“I guarantee that you’ll like The Diamond Exchange almost as much as everypony likes me. Almost.” – Flash Sentry with a wink and that obnoxious tongue click sound thing.

“Yes... Crystals...” – King Sombra.

“How long is this thing supposed to be?” – Rainbow Dash

“That’s what she said!” – Pinkie Pie

“Unrequited love! Same sex pairings! Melodrama! My royal eyes have touched common fan fiction!” – Prince Blueblood

“It’s... nice.” – Fluttershy

“The lack of realism in the relationship between Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon (as seen in The Diamond Exchange) is a minor but noticeable flaw that could easily be remedied by the inclusion of some steamy love scenes depicting the raw, unbridled passion that these two have for one another. That would be, like, so hot. Did... Did I say hot? I-I meant realistic. That would be very... realistic. You’re not going to quote me on that, are you? You are? Oh. Well, in that case, I wish to remain anonymous.” – S.S.

A little over three thousand years ago, everyone on earth was changed into ponies, griffins, and other mythical creatures, before being tossed into the timestream. A university student on his way home from a camping trip finds himself wrecked after the highway vanished from beneath his car. After a swift rescue from the local returnee rescue team, the young stallion and his new friend now struggle to adjust to life in the revived city of Las Vegas.

This is a side story taking place in the "Ponies After People" universe based on Starscribe's story "Last Pony on Earth".

Edited by my good friend, Celefin.

He never saw it coming. The glaring high beams and blaring honking wasn’t enough, and it never would be.

Marcus thought this would be the end, that he would finally have a place. But fate…well, it’s pretty finicky, especially when it comes to death.

Speaking of Death, there she is.

…

She wants what?!?! Infinity stones?! In exchange for what?!

…

Well now she’s got Marcus’ attention.

Inspired by Harmony Charmer's The Cake Batter Incident
Special Thanks to Wolven5 & Unamusedwaffle for Editing.
Cover Art made by MCShelster

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(Based on the episode "Over a Barrel")

On orders of Princess Celestia and Captain of the Canterlot Guard Gibraltar, the Ponyville contingent of the E.U.P. Guard, lead by Lieutenant Meadow Song, is sent to shadow the trip of the Element Bearers with "Bloomberg" to Appleloosa. They quickly become caught up in the conflict between the Appleloosans and buffalo tribe, rumored to be deliberately being stoked by ex-Agent of Chaos rebels in the area, and have to separate truth from fiction while upholding the duty of protecting Equestrian citizens. What happens? You'll have to read to find out!

Prev: The Crusaders | Episode 20: Mission to Appleloosa | Next: Phoenix Down

New to the series? Start here!

Tasked on her first lone assignment since her apprenticeship ended, an auditor takes up the monumental task of heading to a war ravaged planet to help soothe relations between its liberating forces and the native people, all while insuring the proper reconstruction of the civilization.

However, much of that sounds ridiculously easy on paper.

This auditor will learn that not all is as easy and as kind as she knows.

The galaxy is cruel, and sometimes, you have to be crueler.

This story is a sequel to Play Date Continued

A third and final submission to the 'Shining Armor is a Terrible Dad' Contest.

Lady General Princess Flurry Heart has learned a lot from her Father and now she is as good of a General as he is. He has taught her everything and now that knowledge will be put to the test when the Griffon Kingdom attacks the Crystal Empire.

Will Flurry Heart save her people as the Princess of Light and Hope or will she Fall into Darkness?