“Twas crafted from the blood of innocents,” Luna said bitterly. “The crystals were simply the focus. It gave him great power, but no wisdom, we know that now. He ruled an illusory empire built on a foundation of hate and emptiness. It beguiled the unwary, for it looked grander than Canterlot. Yet, there is more love to be found in a destitute mule’s shack than there ever was in his entire Crystal Empire.