Shady's always been strange. At least that's what everypony else says. Well, almost everypony. In Shady's dark and isolated world only one pony matters, and that's Sunset. After Sunset leaves for school Shady discovers that she's odd for a reason, and that some talents are better kept secret. But when it comes down to stopping Sunset from making a horrible decision Shady will do anything, no matter the cost. But is saving one sibling worth losing another?

Shady Shimmer, Sunny Daze, and Daylight Gleam all created by me. Sunburst is Sunset's brother. For art of Shady please visit deviantart and search Shady Shimmer.