"The Lions are waking", the motto of House Sparkle, meaning harsh times are coming. For years, House Sparkle has been at war with the other Noble Houses of Equestria, each vying for control of the Lion Throne, for whomever sits on the Throne is the lawful god/goddess-emperor of the land. The cruel tyrant Lord Sombra has sat on the great Throne for as long as memory serves. But, conspiracies and plots threaten to topple the despot. The citizens are waiting, for who will win, and who shall fall?

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