Dusk Shine, what is this?

"Welcome to the room," Dusk Shine smiled strangely, one of his hooves resting upon an empty page, "you must be confused on why you are here and why there is a talking pastel pony... but fret not. Come closer, we need to fill out this book with the 'magic of friendship', Lord Solaris demands it." 

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First time shading to this extent; I tend to keep my shadings simple. I gotta say, I liked the result after spending a couple of hours figuring out what works and what doesn't. Hope ya'll like it!

Have a nice day!