In this take on the Crystal War timeline, King Sombra wages war on Equestria with the help of his dear Radiant Heart, and conquering the Mane Six and other mares on the way.

In an alternate universe, Spike is running a street gang in Manehattan alongside Tempest Shadow. Using a popular club to push ilicit substances and run other businesses, they will soon find themselves as the targets of interest of a far bigger fish.