After an attempt on her life, Twilight awakens in a world ruled by the tyrannical Daybreaker, an overprotective, hotheaded version of Celestia who feels more than just royal care for her.

Alone, abandoned, and spiraling into paranoia, Twilight starts seeing betrayal in every familiar face. They say friendship is magic—but for Twilight, it may just be the path to ruin.

In the shadow of the Sun Empress Celestia, the dreamy orphan Twilight discovers her terrifying heritage and dark secrets that could threaten the fate of the world.