(Note: This fic takes place within the universe of My Little Pony, Friendship is Magic: Stallion Edition and it is strongly recommended that you check that out first to better understand the universe. This takes place after the events of Chapter 154, but aside from the first twelve chapters and Chapter 65, you shouldn't have to read every chapter.)

Shining Armor and his friends have faced many threats big and small over the years, but their friendship has always carried them through in the end.

But now, not only their friendship but the very land they call home is at risk. For a pony named Tempest Shadow comes on behalf of a threat known only as The Storm King, and with orders to capture the alicorns at all costs.

On the run from Tempest and desperate for help, the stallions must leave the comfort of home and journey beyond Equestria to recruit new allies. All the while, they will face hardships and find their friendship tested like never before.

And what if this mysterious Tempest who is pursuing them? What reasons does she have for obeying the Storm King? And just what does the Storm King want with the alicorns anyway?