A mysterious stranger...

A dark potion...

A spirit bent on destruction...

A number of tragic deaths...

And only three ponies to stand against it all...

The night before Nightmare Night, a salespony of the arcane shows up: interested in selling his wares. His unnerving appearance and abilities sets most of the town on edge, except for two mares: Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy are each accepting of this new stallion, and he gives them each a gift in return.

Yet, might those gifts just turn out to be curses?

And who is 'Awakening'? And who called 'Him'?

And if you take this seriously, it's your own fault.

[Be Warned]: Not my usual fluff. Reader discretion is advised.

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