The Rhetoric Test is an important point in a young filly's life: the first true test to measure if she can use her voice for good, and defend what she holds dear in a clear, fair, and most importantly, civil manner.

Apple Bloom's choice of topic is something very close to her, something that she's had to cope with and stay silent about for a long time.

Too long.

Now Apple Bloom is faced with censorship and denial of her experiences. It'll take all her strength of will to get her message across.

Trigger warnings: contains descriptions of rape and of marihuana use, as well as pop cultural references that may be controversial to some.

There are no references to real people in this story, however. Any resemblance found to real-life individuals is entirely coincidental and unintended.