In the blink of an eye, Equestria burned and the world collapsed.

Applejack and Applebloom were some of the lucky few to survive the terrible event, setting out on a perilous journey to secure precious supplies for Ponyville. A year into the aftermath, they continue to navigate their desolate new world and survive against all odds, against roaming bandits, mutated monsters, strange anomalies, and the desperate remnants of a shattered civilisation.

Their survival is easier said than done when every step forward is met with resistance and betrayal. Already waylaid by false rumours, Applejack's plans take a different turn when she discovers something strange coming from the north towards Canterlot, a glimmer of hope and possibly the key to not only saving Ponyville, but Equestria as a whole.

A story inspired by both the books The Road and Roadside Picnic and the STALKER and Metro games.

The full cover artwork that I commissioned for this story is by Nemo2D.
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