The Zercan desert can be described as unforgiving, restless, dangerous, and impossible to call home for anyone. Except Desert Sun: an earth pony who calls these sands his home. However, loneliness and exhaustion are never far away in a place such as this.
When an opportunity to earn some money and food becomes available for him, he is presented with a choice that would end his solitude. But this proves to be a hard decision to make.

This story serves as an introduction to the character of Desert Sun, as well as the world he lives in.