What follows is a compilation manuscripts, recovered from the archives of what is today Stalliongrad. By every indication, these are in fact the diaries of famous magic innovator and scholar Star Swirl (the Bearded). They detail a part of the day-to-day activities of the stallion's later years, and include significant references with important historical context, making them an invaluable source of information on early Equestrian history.

Many of the encounters detailed have been confirmed to have happened by the Princesses of Equestria themselves, thus verifying the diaries' authenticity.

Author's note: Experimental work. May or may not update faster than my other fic.