A squad of Princess Celestia's Royal Guard are sent into the Everfree Forest to put an end to Changeling attacks after Princess Cadence's and Prince Shining Armor's wedding, until they learn the awful truth of why they were really sent out there.

When it comes to taunts, tricks, and riddles - Manfred the Cleaver is unmatched. The runt of his litter, he used trickery to survive, but as an adult he has turned his skills over to a new profession - thievery. Now he plans to rob the royal palace.

I have been witness and bystander to every empire that has existed in this world. I have heard the Last Songs of Empire - the fables and stories that follow each ones' demise.