This story is a sequel to An Aeternian's Conviction

A declaration of conditional war. A corrupted alicorn destined to return. A unicorn with promises to reap vengeance with new power. All these issues that Equestria faces have eyes by the same Aeternian. Arctus finds a balance in all aspects of his life, one that a Storm threatens.

And he still has issues of his own, planning an event, ensuring war never reaches Equestrian soil, finding the truth of his birth, and training a creature with elementary understanding.

Third and final story in series. First story is The Pointed Woodsmaster.

Reading prior stories is heavily recommended.

Contains alcohol use, implied sex, excessive violence, and living with paranoia.