James was a regular human. He had his share of disappointment with his world and a brief history of achieving nothing in particular. One night in particular he is kidnapped into a bizarre world filled with colorful peaceful equines. Unfortunately he has to learn that this world is not as peaceful as he first discovers, as there is a crisis that threatens to erase the whole of Equestria.

This is the story of a boy who discovers he is unable to face his own problems and is given a chance to grow into a better man.

Rating T for now, most likely won't change. Oc tag for James, Other tag for Starswirl.