After the Crusaders fail another Cutie Mark acquisition attempt they try a new tactic, research. While researching they stumble upon a secret that has been hidden for almost a thousand years, they weren't the first.

Now Sweetie Belle, Apple Bloom and Scootaloo must meet with their predecessors to learn the ways of their order. In the darkness an ancient enemy stirs preparing itself for a final strike against the Crusaders and all of Equestria.

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Criticism is always welcomed.

Special thanks to Conker for Proof reading and the cover art, this story would be riddled with mistakes if it weren't for you.
Original cover art by Tail Wind.