Ardent Fable only knew his boring life in his small, out of the way, town. That is until an infamous group of ponies storms through bringing the chance of a lifetime, albeit possibly a short one.

After years of failed negotiation it has come down to this, trial by combat.

The Royal Guards of Canterlot have proven to be a let down time and time again. Perhaps what they need is a new trainer, possibly the only guard to hold his ground during the changeling invasion, if only he weren't so stubborn.

They key to being the best is practice, through any means necessary.

Follow Anon and his time in Equestria in these non linear shorts