The most likely culprit is an entity called the Pale Pony...one who has evidently already been responsible for the destruction of an alternate version of this world. What it wants with us is unclear, but we can assume its actions aren't in the best interests of us or this world.

On a more day-to-day level, this town is called Ponyville. *He still feels silly saying that name.* The natives are largely friendly, if somewhat suspicious of us newcomers due to the efforts of a magazine called Hoovesweek to paint us in a negative light. You should be able to find somewhere that will allow you to stay for free in exchange for pulling your own weight with relative ease. My suggestion is the Commune, its specific purpose is to ensure that none of the new arrivals are left without shelter.

You'll be able to find a large amount of general information, including instructions on how to use the magic inherent to your new form, at the Golden Oaks library. It's a large treehouse in the middle of the town and should be difficult to miss. I suggest you familiarize yourself with your new abilities quickly, as your Ethers and Observational Realian functions will be operating at half of their ordinary capacity.