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Big Mac was pulling the plough through a new plot of untamed land he had recently obtained the deed to. Few ponies ever farmed this close to the Everfree Forest. In fact it was only the Apple Family who currently farmed in any part of what generally is considered the "neutral zone" around the Everfree. Still, profits were down and the crop yield from last summer had been below expectation, it was time to let that soil rest and move to fresh ground. The ground was stony, but the earth found here was rich and well rested, perfect for a new crop of corn. Ol' Slicer (as he affectionately named his plough) was tearing up the ground behind him as

Daring-Do Adventures #1: Daring-Do And the Quest for the Sapphire Stoneby lukjadBack in her apartment in Canterlot, Daring-Do looked out from the balcony of her bedroom. The city was always lit, even during the twilight hours. Most people who lived here seemed used to it, but she always felt a bit uneasy looking out at night and seeing the streets so bright. Perhaps it was because she usually slept out of doors and far away from city streets, making any light or sounds not germane to the forest seem disturbing. This night was like any other she spent while in the city, most of the time she was either trying to sleep or trying to wake up for

"Twiiiiiiiiiiiiiiliiiiiiiiiight! I absolutely must have you come over later today, it's imperative that I get somepony to pose for my newest design 'Fashionably Focused'. Pllleeeeeeeaaaaaase?" begged the white unicorn. "Rarity, don't you see how important this could be? Who knows what horrible and dangerous events may transpire in the next few days! I must warn the Princesses to prepare ponies for mass evacuation to...I don't know where! I also have to learn a series of high-level spells AND rework all I know about science and time theory, all before next Tuesday! I can't possibly pose for posters of ponies purposely posing." Twilight said st

Daring-Do Adventures: Daring-Do And the Quest for the Sapphire StoneChapter 1: Temple's Bountyby lukjadAs Daring-Do trekked through the tropical jungle, the wet heat sapped her energy and slowed her every step. If only she could escape this oppressive atmosphere and fly up into the cool blue sky. But her crash landing in the jungle had injured her wing and she was grounded for a few days. A few days---it might as well be a few months, or a few years! The mosquitoes buzzed loudly, the macaws cried from the high trees; yet, all of these distracting noises were not enough to cover the sound of the predators following her every step. A ferocious

Never forget who you are, Be you someplace near or far. Never forget who you are, You'll always be my li'le star. Named Derpy or Ditzy Doo, We'll always be there with you. Our hearts your kind eyes did woo, And with you we'll see it through.

"Will you post ponies on my board?" said the Discord to the 'Shy, 'Tis the prettiest little website that ever you did spy; The way into my website is through a winding link, And I've a many curious things there, even a pony's sink." Oh no, no," said the little 'Shy, "to ask me is in vain, For who posts in your pony board are ne'er seen about again." "I'm sure you must be weary, dear, with soaring up so high; Will you rest upon my little bed?" said the Discord to the 'Shy. "There are pretty curtains drawn around; the sheets are fine and thin, And if you like to rest awhile, I'll snugly tuck you in!" Oh no, no," said the little 'Shy, "for I've

Big Mac was pulling the plough through a new plot of untamed land he had recently obtained the deed to. Few ponies ever farmed this close to the Everfree Forest. In fact it was only the Apple Family who currently farmed in any part of what generally is considered the "neutral zone" around the Everfree. Still, profits were down and the crop yield from last summer had been below expectation, it was time to let that soil rest and move to fresh ground. The ground was stony, but the earth found here was rich and well rested, perfect for a new crop of corn. Ol' Slicer (as he affectionately named his plough) was tearing up the ground behind him as

"Twiiiiiiiiiiiiiiliiiiiiiiiight! I absolutely must have you come over later today, it's imperative that I get somepony to pose for my newest design 'Fashionably Focused'. Pllleeeeeeeaaaaaase?" begged the white unicorn. "Rarity, don't you see how important this could be? Who knows what horrible and dangerous events may transpire in the next few days! I must warn the Princesses to prepare ponies for mass evacuation to...I don't know where! I also have to learn a series of high-level spells AND rework all I know about science and time theory, all before next Tuesday! I can't possibly pose for posters of ponies purposely posing." Twilight said st

What Went Wrong Twilight trotted over to Rarity's Boutique to pick up her saddlebags that she had dropped off a few days ago to be mended. Taking a shortcut through a field she waved to her mailmare flying past in the opposite direction, trailing letters and packages in her wake. Continuing on her way, the purple unicorn noticed something odd coming her way. It appeared to be a rolling black cloud about the size of a full grown tree flying quite fast toward her. As the hair on her tail started to frizz and her mane started to curl she felt a painful magical buildup just beneath her horn. Her eyes started to water and she almost collapsed from

"Will you post ponies on my board?" said the Discord to the 'Shy, 'Tis the prettiest little website that ever you did spy; The way into my website is through a winding link, And I've a many curious things there, even a pony's sink." Oh no, no," said the little 'Shy, "to ask me is in vain, For who posts in your pony board are ne'er seen about again." "I'm sure you must be weary, dear, with soaring up so high; Will you rest upon my little bed?" said the Discord to the 'Shy. "There are pretty curtains drawn around; the sheets are fine and thin, And if you like to rest awhile, I'll snugly tuck you in!" Oh no, no," said the little 'Shy, "for I've

The two unicorns stared at each other from across the arena, the magical tension palpable even to the few Earth Ponies in attendance. Narrowing her eyes, the greatest unicorn in the land slowly removed her hat and laid it aside, mentally preparing her spell that would either win her Equestria-wide acclaim and finally let the truth be known or would crush her soul. This was it, the final contest in the second annual Arcane Sciences competition. The prize: Luna's Magical Laurel, the single most coveted head covering in the land. The price: Reputation. Since that fateful day in Ponyville the price, which she once would possibly have considered t

As Daring-Do trekked through the tropical jungle, the wet heat sapped her energy and slowed her every step. If only she could escape this oppressive atmosphere and fly up into the cool blue sky. But her crash landing in the jungle had injured her wing and she was grounded for a few days. A few days, it might as well be a few months, or a few years! The mosquitoes buzzed loudly, the macaws cried from the high trees, yet, all of these distracting noises were not enough to cover the sound of the predators following her every step. [Tiger roars from an inch away, lunges at Daring-Do who ducks just in time, then jumps over a log] [Black panther bl