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// Chapter Four: The Final Descent 
// Story: Rainbow's Descent Into Madness 
// by MysticSkies115 
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As the curse continued its relentless grip, Rainbow Dash became a danger to herself and those around her. Strange incidents plagued Ponyville, leaving ponies injured and in fear. Desperate to free Rainbow Dash from the curse, her friends sought help from Zecora, the wise zebra in the Everfree Forest.

Zecora revealed that the cursed pendant was once a powerful artifact used by a vengeful sorceress who had perished long ago. In an ancient ritual, they combined their magic to break the curse that held Rainbow Dash captive. A blinding light enveloped her as the curse shattered.

Rainbow Dash awoke, lying in the familiarity and comfort of her own bed. Her friends surrounded her, relief and concern etched upon their faces. From that day forward, Rainbow Dash never spoke of her haunting experience, but the scars remained.

Though she returned to her old self, the memory of the curse lingered within her, reminding her of the dark forces that existed beyond Equestria's colorful facade. Little did they know, the sorceress's spirit still whispered from the shadows, biding her time for another chance to wreak havoc upon Equestria.

And so, Rainbow Dash returned to her normal life in Ponyville as before this incident had happened. Ponyville's boundaries between the everfree forest and the abandoned castle was blocked off and sealed off from the city as a precautionary measure.

But princess celestia ordered that the amulet be placed into containment to be studied for future scenarios such as this one. Celestia also ordered that rainbow dash be studied closely as well to be sure the dark energy did not linger within her.

End Of The Story