Crimson Dawn (you-create-it)

Before the war between the Guardians of the Dawn and the Undead forces of Lucifer, brother of Discord, Equestria experienced years upon years of peace and prosperity. Equestria still experiences peace and prosperity, but it is a much more general observation than a lifestyle. The Vampirism melted back into a means of saving a loved one instead of a weapon. The usage of Physical weapons became practical, and fairly common. Unfortunately, this lead to increased violence and soon the residents of Equestria- at least in the major cities- experienced major crimes for the first time. Murders are still rare, but actually happen now. Citizens are attacked constantly when outside of their towns by bandits and raiders. The Guardians of the Dawn are still present, they are the only thing standing between total chaos of rioting and murders and the citizens of Equestria.

“Mother do I really have to go?” a Lavender Filly asked, standing in her room at the Ponyville grand Library, which had been expanded four times. She had a dark lavender coat and her mane and tail were well kept. They were a dark purple, nearly black, with a dull pink streaking through them. Her eyes were crimson red. She had a horn, but also had wings. They were slick black and reptilian- not quite bat but not quite dragon- that were folded snugly against her sides. Her Cutie Mark was a six pointed star of white outlined in red, some had joked it looked like a pentagram.

“Dawn every little filly has to go to school. Even though I wish you'd go to a normal one I did what you asked and I enrolled you in the Canterlot Combat School so be glad of it.” Dawn's mother, Twilight Sparkle, said.

“Fine...you put me in the advanced classes right?” Dawn asked.

“Of course. Now your other mother is with her sister, Aunt Celestia, in Canterlot for the week to help with the politics of a National combat school so she'll check up on you whenever she can. You sure you want a dorm instead of a room at the Palace?” Twilight asked.

“I'm sure. Just because my moms are the General and the Princess doesn't mean I need special treatment...I can take care of myself.” Dawn said with a huff.

“I know. Speaking of that, I heard you and one of the Colts in the neighborhood got into a little scuffle.” Twilight said.

“Well...he said it was weird for me to have two moms. I told him to shut up. He called me a freak. I bucked him in the jaw.” Dawn explained casually. Twilight gave her a look. “Don't worry I didn't break anything, I just hit him hard enough to take him off his hooves.” she continued with a sigh.

“That's my girl.” Twilight said with a smile.

“Auntie Twilight!” came another filly's voice called.

“In here Hun!” Twilight called. After a moment a white Filly walked in. she, like Dawn, had a horn and wings. Her wings were normal Pegasus wings however. Her coat was a marble-gray color and her mane and tail resembled Celestia's before her coronation. They were dark pink and her Cutie Mark was an eclipse.

“Big sis you ready to go?” She asked.

“Yeah Dusk, I'm ready.” Dawn replied. Standing next to each other you would swear they were sisters, twins even. Because of this, and the closeness of the two and their parents, they thought of each other as twin sisters. Via an unknown method it was decided Dawn was older. They were nearly exact opposites, their only similarity their skill in combat and their magical prowess. Dawn was darker and preferred, occasionally enjoying, a more violent solution. Dusk, on the other hand, was a peacemaker and only resorted to violence when negotiation and kindness just couldn't cut it.

“Come on girls. Maybe you'll get rooms together.” Twilight said. They shrugged as they stepped close to their mother/aunt. She teleported them to Luna's quarters, where the Blue Alicorn was anticipating their arrival.

“So, how is my little Night Owl holding up?” Luna asked after embracing the two and pecking Twilight on the lips.

“Good, though I hope my roommate is either Dusk or somepony I can stand.” Dawn replied.

“I'll rearrange things if necessary.” Luna said.

“How's your sister?” Twilight asked her.

“Exhausted, she couldn't thank you enough for taking Dusk for the weekend. Things are slowing down now though, she's in her room resting with Dim. Come on Girls, Celestia asked me to tell you she wanted to speak to you Love. I'll take them to the Academy.” Luna replied. Twilight nodded and they split up.

“Hello Twilight.” Celestia said when the Lavender Mare entered the celestial Princess' quarters.

“You wanted to talk to me or is this just an overdue friendly visit?” Twilight asked with a smile as she hugged her sister-in-law.

“A little of both. There is something I wanted to talk to you about Dawn. Dusk tells me she's getting a bit violent...” Celestia started.

“She won't be any threat whatsoever to Anypony who doesn't deserve it.” Twilight said.

“Good, but that's not what I was worried about. I know she would never hurt anypony that doesn't deserve it...but she is in the same predicament you were in as a Filly...she doesn't seem to have many friends.” Celestia said.

“She, like I did, doesn't see the point of friends. But we had different reasons. I had studies and stuff, but she just can't stand anypony but Dusk's company for a while...at least when it comes to other Foals. That's actually one of the reasons I'm letting her go to the academy. She'll meet tons of other ponies that are at least a little like her.” Twilight explained.

“I see. I just want to make sure my Daughter's 'twin sister' is happy.” Celestia said, giggling at the twins part.

“I understand, and thanks. You should get rest. I can see you're exhausted.” Twilight said. Celestia chuckled but nodded. They said their farewells and Twilight returned to Luna's room to await her return.

“...”

“What's the matter sis?” Dusk asked.

“...”

“Come on just say it.”

“It's...so...ADORABLE!” Dawn exclaimed in a horrifically un-Dawn-like manner as she charged over to the park in front of the Combat Academy. Luna and Dusk followed cautiously with confused looks. They found Dawn gently wrestling with a small fox. It was snow white with red eyes and had large ears. An Albino Fennec. The Fox didn't seem to mind, Luna recalled that particular breed made excellent pets.

“I shall call her Kitsune. And she will be my Kitsune!” Dawn said with a grin. Luna and Dusk broke out into laughter.

“If she doesn't have a family then you can keep her, your other mother has been thinking of getting you a pet.” Luna said.

“Alright. Well little friend, do you have a Family to go back to?” Dawn asked, she had inherited her animal gift from Twilight. It's face saddened with a shake of her head.

“You wanna come with me?” She asked. It nodded, happy again. “Do you like the name Kitsune?” she continued. It yipped happily. “Well then it's settled.” Dawn said, getting back to her hooves.

“You and your Japonese.” Dusk said with a giggle.

“What? Kitsune is Fox...and it's such a nice name...” Dawn retorted.

“I know, I like it. I never thought I'd hear the word adorable come out of your mouth though...let alone see you cuddling with a baby fox.” Dusk said.

“Hey...just because I'll knock a colt out anytime doesn't mean I'm heartless...” Dawn said lowly. Dusk just giggled.

“Well now that that's over, let's get going before you're late for entrance.” Luna said. Dawn smiled as she placed Kitsune on her back, only to her her dart up to rest on her head.

“Whew, you're getting a bath soon.” Dawn said lightly, earning a chuckle from the others.

“Name and Age.” they heard repeatedly as the line quickly shortened in front of the massive building.

“Name and- Princess Luna?!” the Mare in charge of entrants exclaimed, nearly falling out of her chair.

“Please just ignore me, I am just here to make sure my Daughter and Niece get settled in.” Luna sighed.

“O-of course. N-name and age?” the Mare asked.

“Dawn Sparkle, age thirteen.” Dawn said.

“Dusk...Sun, age Thirteen.” Dusk said.

“Very well. Sorry to do this to the Daughter of a princess, but all Pets must be screened and vaccinated before it's allowed to live here, luckily the nurse is a Veterinarian as well.” the Mare said.

“Thanks for the heads up.” Dawn said. Kitsune flicked her ears in unamusement.

“Alright...here are your room numbers. You may be roomed with a Colt, there aren't enough rooms to completely split the rooms, the students are trusted not to cause disturbances. Just a warning,” the Mare said.

“Of course, thank you.” Luna said.

“So. Where are you roomed?” Dusk asked. “I'm 072.” she continued.

“059” Dawn replied.

“At least you're on the same floor. You can always switch later.” Luna said. The two nodded as they entered the dorms.