It was the end of the world.

Or rather, it was the closest it has been ever since Nightmare Moon tried to usurp the throne. Not even Discord's brief rampage on Equestria one year ago could compare to this. The Changling invasion fell short on what destruction that this day brought. The last time ponies felt this much pain was when King Sombra was in power of the Crystal Empire.

So what if all four villains were released at the same time?

At the same place?

All with the same goal?

Who would step up to the plate?

This story is using plot elements BEFORE season 3 episode 2.

There was a tragedy that happened in the story. That's a part of the plot. However, there is a brief moment of sadness that does not dominate the story. This story also tries not to focus on those sad elements more than needed. The sad element is only build upon a miniscule amount, and is never expanded.

I just feel like that needed to be explained.