Spike wakes up after sleeping for 1,000 years. When he exits his cave, he's astounded to find that Equestria is black and gray with ash and ruin. The realization is instant; what's become of all his beloved friends? Would the letter with Celestia's seal hold answers? Spike takes a soul-wrenching walk through memory lane as he visits Ponyville, recalling all the times, good and bad. He's never felt such emotion torment, and the trauma may be for naught. Rated Teen for feels!