Unbeknownst to her subjects, the reason why Celestia wears her crown and jewelry isn't just for fashion or to show her power, but it's actually to sustain her near unlimited power. And by that, she grows into a giant in a few seconds. It hasn't been done, until now, when a letter from an old friend is sent to her.

Unbeknownst to his subjects, the now retired Dragonlord Torch has a history with Celestia, and the royal family of Canterlot. And, one he doesn't bring up, is his past, for personal reasons, of course.