We all know the story of how Twilight Sparkle became Princess Celestia's personal student when she was a filly. But... there's another side to the whole story. For another mare sought to be Celestia's student, one Trixie Lulumoon, a rising stage magician seeking her own happiness. After all the hardships, the ups-and-downs of her rollercoaster called life, Trixie hopes that an acceptance from Celestia will forever change her life. One decision will make Trixie the mare she is today... but things are never as they seem.