Sometimes a simple stroll is just that. A simple stroll with a destination, be it home or somewhere else. But sometimes a simple stroll can turn into a waking nightmare. For Twilight Sparkle, a stroll home from a fantastic party hosted by Pinkie Pie will turn into an experience that will haunt her nightmares for a long time to come. The shadows begin to grow and expand. Nowhere is safe. Hiding is impossible. She can only run and pray that the light doesn't go out. The deadly dance of shadows begins.

(Sequel: The Deadly Dance of Shadows.)