In the Barrier Lands there are things one simply does not do, for those who ignore the status quo there is usually two options, death or imprisonment. A marked few are allowed to choose a third option, servitude to the population is the preferred legal term, many call it the graveyard shift. These ponies are tools to an end, expendable; but like any tool it can become an indispensable asset. With a first deployment survival rate of 17% and a merit based system that offers privilege with rank, we follow a small squad as they deal with their day to day lives on the edge of Equestria.

Make sure you go read the upheaval series, this is based in that universe and they are wonderful, wonderful stories.
Cover art is done by me, it can be found on my DeviantArt page.