The bonds you form with others, sometimes you choose and want them. Sometimes you don't.
Bonds we were forced into, having no control over who we met or who we must interact with.
Bonds we've forged over time, putting in sweat, blood, and tears.
Bonds we've had all our life, ones that have influenced our decisions drastically.
Bonds we don't know about, and therefore don't act upon, until destiny rears its head.
The bonds you form with others can give you the power to do great things. They can protect you and the ones you care about. They can be the things that pull you from the darkness.
They can also endanger you. Used and manipulated to fit others' desires.

It's been almost a year since the Elements of Harmony saved Equestria from Tirek. Their fame spread as tales of their heroism reached the farthest corners of the land. Stories of Nightmare Moon's fury. Discord's revival, reformation, treachery, and repent. Sombra's tyranny. And Tirek's hunger for power.

The six bearers have been through much since then. But when evil once again threatens the land. They find themselves without their elements, and very limited knowledge of their rainbow powers. This time they'll need more than simply the Magic of Friendship to stop it. But who exactly can step up to the plate?

Celestia has discovered ancient texts that tell of a second set of Elements. Elements with the power necessary to protect Equestria. At least, she hopes so.

(I don't own the current image. If owner requests for removal, it will be done. Image comes from Axquirix and the emblems themselves come from here Emkay-MLP both on Deviantart.)
(The fic now has a theme song that was discovered by a friend who writes stuff. Some of his stuff is NSFW but he labels really well. Pay your respects to Senpai Butt Stallion and the awesome theme)