Immortal Memories

by Sputnikmann

Prologue: Letters between Friends

Dear Princess Celestia

As you know, the Tree of Harmony gave me a tree-shaped, crystal castle after my friends and I defeated Tirek. Since nothing universally threatening has approached yet, I used this new-found room-to-myself to go over my journey since I came to Ponyville.

I now have seem to have found a pattern. During all the major threats, minus the Changeling Queen’s attack on Canterlot, you seemed to know who we were dealing with. It is quite obvious that you would know Nightmare Moon, as she was just your sister; but you only ever explain the situation in short summaries. With this in mind, I went through the new library in my castle to do some research. As it turns out, my books have even less information than what you gave us.

Which brings me to my point. I have done extensive research on the history of Equestria, from Starswirl the Bearded to the Magi who rose the sun before you; but never before had I ever read over the names ‘Discord’, ‘Sombra’, the ‘Crystal Empire’, ‘Tirek’ or ‘Scorpan’. Even Nightmare Moon was only considered a myth until her return.

I would like to know more about Equestria’s history; more specifically what historical authors did not record. I know that this may be an uncomfortable request, as I could imagine that those may be the core of bad memories, but I feel that it may be time to let these stories out, so that future generations will know both the good and the bad of Equestria’s history.

Your friend,
Princess Twilight Sparkle

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Dear Princess Twilight

I suppose you are right, my former student. These events are far too important to be permanently unknown to all but the immortal. If you do indeed wish to learn more about the history of our kingdom, than come to Canterlot Castle in a week’s time. You may even bring your friends, if you wish.

I truly hope you will be ready, for I have many stories to tell.

With love,
Princess Celestia

P.S. I think this will be more reliable with some other source than my point of view. If Fluttershy wouldn’t mind, have her bring along Discord as well; as he may have even more history to share.

Author's Note:

This was just a little something I came up with at about 1:00 am after drinking too much coffee. After reading so many stories about the origins of how that used to be this or how this became that, I decided to try my hand at it.

Tell me what you think! I would love to make this story spotless, so point out any grammar or spelling errors you see. Like if you did, favorite if you liked it; 'cause I got plans for this!