I can't believe there is no [Science-Fiction] tag!

Where did ponies come from? Why are there multiple sapient races? Why does Celestia raise the sun? How does Pinkie Pie work? What are the limitations of Twilight's Magic? What is Harmony? Who is Discord? Where exactly is Prance and Trottingham? What exactly does the Pie family do for a living? Whence Cometh traditions that does natures job? What is so special about the Everfree? How do you hold a pen with Hoves? What are the socio-economical implications of Celestia and Luna's plans? Why do dragons eat gemstones? What's the deal with Cutiemarks?

A series of short stories seeks to exposit on all of this.

Recursive fanfiction of The Great Alicorn Hunt by RealityCheck.