Change begins in a dark place, but every darkness can be met with light.

Princess Twilight Sparkle has achieved much in her time, but cracks behind the scenes can only stay hidden for so long. Alcoholism touches the lives of everyone in contact with the afflicted individual, and it does not discriminate. As Twilight fights against the reality of her situation, her storied life is remembered piecemeal as the recognition of defeat sows seeds of hope for change and a brighter tomorrow.

Part one of what is planned to be a three-part story.