It has been one of the closest guarded secrets of Canterlot's royalty. Deep in a specially constructed dungeon, surrounded by warding spells and powerful magic barriers, exists an enigma. Within a cage that could only be described as something out of a nightmare, it waits and watches all of Equestria. A creature that cannot age, is immune to disease, does not thirst nor hunger, and resists all injury. But, it also holds secrets and knowledge that could safeguard the kingdom. Its powers are frightening, but it is civil enough for debate when patience permits.
Princess Celestia has sought counsel with the creature before, enduring it making deal after deal for its services. The Princess walks a fine line when dealing with it, knowing full well anything could give it an advantage despite its imprisonment. She has had to go back on her word in these dealings, and from this a deep animosity between them has been born. It is a necessary evil as she is convinced this is a being capable of untold evil far and above anything Equestria has ever dreamed of. So long as it remains within the confines of its cell, her kingdom is made safe. So much magic has been woven to ensure that, there is little chance of escape.
So long as the magic holds, there is no danger. So long as the cage remains strong, the nameless creature stays enthralled in his cavernous dwelling. If that were to change--if the magic failed--not even the wisest could say. But one thing is assured, it does not bode well for Equestria.
14 Chapters:
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Chapter 1 - Changing of the Guard [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Aug 23rd, 2015
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Chapter 2 - Deals with a Devil [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Aug 13th, 2015
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Chapter 3 - Just Conversations [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Aug 13th, 2015
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Chapter 4 - The Logical Conclusion [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Aug 14th, 2015
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Chapter 5 - Hubris [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Aug 28th, 2015
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Chapter 6 - What Ally is Time [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Jan 28th, 2015
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Chapter 7 - Three's a Crowd [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Jan 28th, 2015
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Chapter 8 - Forgotten Rendezvous [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Jan 28th, 2015
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Chapter 9 - The Grace of the Heart [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Jan 28th, 2015
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Chapter 10 - Consider the Debts of the Past [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Feb 5th, 2015
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Chapter 11 - A Stranger Came to Ponyville [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Sep 15th, 2015
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Chapter 12 - Friends or Foes [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
Mar 15th, 2015
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Chapter 13 - Law of Opposites Part 1 [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
May 15th, 2015
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Chapter 14 - Law of Opposites Part 2 [Fimfiction.net] [Cache]
May 5th, 2017
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