This story is a sequel to The Last Cutie Mark Crusader

This story contains major plot spoilers for The Last Cutie Mark Crusader, and will not make sense as a stand-alone piece, as it references characters and events from TLCMC without deep explanation.
...
Sparklefly reflects on her life and the war. She is saddened by the ways that she failed others and attempts to come to terms with this.
...
If you need a refresher on current story events from The Last Cutie Mark Crusader before you read this, I'd recommend Chapters 35 and 36.
...
Cover art by Marrow-Pony