History has repeated itself and Spike, Patriarch of the Dragon-Pony Clan, may be the only being who can save Equestria from a cruel fate.

Author's Note: This story is a sequel to "The Dragon and the Pony" and takes place during Spike's time as Leader of the Dragon-Pony Clan. If you have not read "The Dragon and the Pony", it may be wise to do so before reading this story. You may or may not be able to pick up on what is going on well enough without doing so.