Starswirl the Bearded was Equestria's greatest unicorn. He was both idolized and despised for his power and strength, but demanded respect by all. His confidence was astounding, but underneath the public facade was a shy and anti social pony, one who had lived his entire life without the love of family or the love of friends. In his darkest moments, he turned to desperation. He turned to forces unknown for companionship, and let his desire blind him.

This story is headcanon, and is completely ignorant of the canon MLP universe. It is my take on the world created by Hasbro, and all characters and such belong rightfully to them.