Villains rarely appear out of thin air. They start as most creatures do, but fall victim to fate, choice, manipulation... or love. Princess Luna's descent into the Nightmare is something that has been long forgotten by modern ponies, but Luna will always remember.

(Sequel to Celestia, and a part of the past that she would rather keep hidden. Reading Celestia is strongly recommended!)

(Many thanks to my prereaders Noble Cause, Metallusionsismagic, and BradTheBrony!)

(Character tags will be added as the story develops!)

(Coverart is a placeholder for the moment, until I get something better!)

(BEWARE POTENTIAL SPOILERS IN COMMENTS!)