Life as a guard was never very interesting. Despite a few events like Nightmare Moon and Discord, most days are simple and peaceful. Golden Flame, one of those guards, never had to deal with anything big during her patrols, making things perhaps a little too quiet. Despite that, she had the occasional company of a friend, who was glad to spend some time having a little chat and making her day less boring.

However, her reality is shattered by a sudden conflict. With Equestria being invaded by Changeling hordes, Golden finds herself in the frontline against this new enemy. In the ongoing fighting, she sets out in a personal mission, to hunt down the one responsible for all this.

(Made as part of the KIRA Hearts & Hooves writing contest)

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Redheart always loved her job. Nothing could ever bring more joy than to help save ponies every day. However, like every pony, she also has to deal with many fears and frustrations accumulated along the way. The mare always did everything she could to keep these dark thoughts away... no matter how many nightmares torment her.

However, one fateful day, a terrible accident forces her to come face-to-face with her biggest regrets. Now she must escape from them... or risk joining them.

(Made as part of the Knights in Rusty Armor contest)