Ever since the Crystal Empire returned, and was saved, reports have come in of a mysterious creature wandering the Empire's lands. Rumors quickly spread of it being created by King Sombra as a last ditch attempt to destroy them all, and with it's ghastly visage and likely creator, it has been fearfully labeled, "Skull, the Cursebringer." But this is not just for it's looks or creator, but also for the remains of carved up animals left in it's wake.

Now, with the sudden and disastrous appearance of a new threat, namely monsters that Equestria has never seen the likes of, the Princesses decide it is high time to see if the rumors are true, and perhaps break the curse that this creature has no doubt placed on Equestria.

EDIT: Well, after forgetting to do this multiple times, I've finally decided to point out that this story is technically, emphasis on technically, a sister story to The Grey Wardens of Equestria. Why this is will be shown in both stories as soon as I can manage, though very likely it will be shown in this one before the other.

Once more, I create another Displaced story, and once more, I chase plot bunnies. Yay. Also, as I just said, this is a Displaced story, so, fair warning.

Now, since the site wouldn't let me add the other franchises that are involved, I'll add them here.

Monster Hunter. (Mostly the masterpiece that is Monster Hunter World)

Dragon Quest. (Mostly IX, since I can't get my hands on the recent two OR get enough info of them)

And Rune Factory.

Now, let's hope I can entangle you all with this story of mine, yes?