Long ago, tragedy struck Equestria with the deaths of the Princesses and Element Bearers. A thousand years have passed since that day, and the powers of Harmony are calling out for a new generation of Bearers, who must come together in order to bring balance back to the world.
First story in the Pieces Universe
Edited and contributions by Anone Mouse Jr , co-writer.
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