Discord arrives in Canterlot, and asks to see Twilight and her friends; However, he seems, off. Even for Discord. He has cuts, bruises and scars across his body. It was like he's been in a war for the past millennium. Nevertheless, Princess Celestia sends a letter to Twilight, and has other ponies tend to his wounds. While Discord is being fixed up, The Princess uses a spell to contact Discord, and Discord responds. However when Celestia asks where he is, he claims he's nowhere near Canterlot. What's going on here? She then asks the Discord in her castle, and soon learns the truth…