The battle raged across the two ships just outside of the harbor. Crew from both sides throwing everything they had at the other but even in the chaos of the storm one man stood tall with a grin plastered across his face. “ These gentle sailors have put up a fair fight lads!” The man shouted above the clashing swords and booms of cannons. “But I think it’s about time we stop playing around!” He added, the roar of his crew blew through the fight as the tides of battle quickly turned. Soon the offending ship was sinking below the waves, taking any who remained on board to the afterlife. The crew quickly began the clean up of scragglier’s while looting what they could. The ship turned quickly back towards the harbor where cheering could be heard. The second the crew stepped foot on solid people from the town swarmed them, chanting their names. Soon though as the celebrations were in full swing a messenger found the captain with some of his crew in a tavern singing songs.

“Sorry to bother you sir but I have an urgent message for you.” The young boy said with a shaky salute.

“Well let’s hear it lad!” The man said with a laugh, leaning in to hear the kid. When the child got close enough he whispered into the captains ear. His eyes shot wide open as the same grin grew back on his face.” Now that my boy is some of the best news you could have given me.” He gleefully spoke, passing the kid a decent sized pouch of coin. “Treat your family to something nice.” The man ordered the boy gently. Swinging his coat back on he barked out a command to his crew. “Ready the ship lads! We have a new destination!”

“Where to Captain?” Asked one of the men.

The man smiled as he set back his hat on top of his head. “Canterlot!” And with that his crew scrambled to action. Soon the man stood back on top of the helm, steering the ship in the right direction. A shanty began to fill the air as the crew sang. “Let’s see what treasure you have for me princesses.” He whispered to himself as the ships sails unfurled. A new adventure starting.

Twilight and her friends were gathered around the throne room in her crystal palace. Each had been summoned by Twilight for some news. "Well come on Twilight, we aren't getting any younger." Rainbow Dash finally spoke up, waving her hand for her friend to speak.

The rest of her friends all confirmed their impatience as well leading her to give a sigh. "Princess Celestia and Luna have given me a mission and even extended it to you all." She began. "With my rise to becoming a princess I need to learn more of the other nations across the world so they have chartered a ship for us to take that will take us across to each individual capital to meet the different rulers." She explained.

"When would this be happening darling?" Rarity questioned with a raised eyebrow, perfectly manicured.

Twilight looked between them all as she gave a sheepish chuckle. "Um, in a week..." She quietly said. But they all heard what she just said.

"A WEEK!" They all shouted, rushing out of the room to get ready.

Leaning with a heavy sigh Twilight blocked the sun from her eyes as she closed them. "Well, at least I know none of them will say no." She muttered to herself.

One week later

The girls took the train up to Canterlot, full of excitement even if it was in such a short notice. As they passed a bend in the mountain the great city came into view with air ships sailing in and out of the various ports. Ever since the boom of technology a few years back people have found new ways for travel and commerce leading to a golden age. Though that still came with its own complications, Twilight thought to herself thinking of how some places have seen an increase in crime. Even the Crystal Empire wasn't free of it. She shook her head as they drew closer to the city and prepared to disembark, her friends already moving to grab their luggage. The train pulled into the station smoothly with a hiss of steam. As the group stepped off they were shocked by who they saw. "Tempest?" Twilight asked with surprise at the now royal guard member gave a salute.

"Long time no see." Tempest replied evenly, the barest hint of a smile at the corners of her mouth. "I imagine you all were summoned as well by the princesses." She stated, eyeing them up and down.

"You betcha!" Pinkie Pie happily shouted, bouncing around with a spring in her step. "I can't wait to try all the new types of sweets these places will have!" She added with glee, already hopping towards the castle.

The others followed closely, each talking about what they wished to see in this trip. Even Tempest was sharing what she expected from it. Soon they all stood in front of the door to the throne room, their bags already being prepped. "Well... best get started." Applejack said, pushing the doors open and letting the light inside spill out.

The captain stood as the top of the mast, looking over a map as the clouds moved past his ship. "Now if I'm right we should be there in three." He muttered.

"Two." The clouds began to thin as if opening up.

"One." he finished with a broad grin as the clouds parted to reveal the shining capital of Equestria. "Man I'm good." He said with a laugh, grabbing a hold of some rope and riding it down to the bottom. Calmly letting go he started to walk into his quarters whistling an old tune as the bustle of the city slowly filled the air. It was time to see where this adventure will really start.

Author's Note

For those waiting for my other stories to update, don't worry they will be coming soon!