A former archivist from Canterlot's royal library has gone rogue, setting off on a quest to the frozen north of Equestria to free an ancient spirit. In response, Princess Celestia calls on Twilight Sparkle and the other Elements of Harmony to stop him. But when this pony is a former student at Celestia's School For Gifted Unicorns and one of her most prized pupils, they may be in for more than they expected. Bonds will be tested and a long buried part of Equestria's past will be revealed.

Events take place sometime between "The Crystal Empire" and "Keep Calm and Flutter On."

Author's note: None of the first three chapters (and the prologue) have been proofread as of their initial posting.