This story continues the adventures of Sunset Shimmer from the tales of Fighting to the Top and A Summer's Gift.

Schedules, classes, long lectures and longer tests, combined together and they all added up to a much-needed vacation for Sunset. Winter is now and the winter break dawns a new year, soon to have new classes and new challenges.

After promising to take her fencing career to new heights and change the reputation of Canterlot High, Sunset's first step to that goal is in sight. By getting herself into a first division school, she has a shot at some of the most competitive fencing tournaments in the nation. But getting ready for that will take more than routine conditioning.

Winter vacation is a time to have fun, but once the new year ticks over, it's the perfect time to break some personal records.