The Bigger Picture

by MidnightBloom

First published

Before the tree, before Discord, before the sisters, and before the old Equestria, there was a civilization in what is now known as the 'Bad Lands'.
Nopony fully realizes the potential of the land they regard as useless. Within its borders, lies unimaginable power sources and forces with no need for elements to aid them.
Even so, the ponies that still dwel there are confused by the new arrival who has a strange marking on her flank.
Will Princess Twilight understand how important these ponies actually are, or will she be kept in the dark?