A peek into the days that led into Equestria's fall by the changelings. Twin crystal mare maids perform their duties, which include concubine services to the ruling family in the Crystal Empire. Three swordsmen stallions, in charge of the military, relentlessly train their soldiers, which includes the next generation of cadets. While Queen Chrysalis schemes from the shadows for her imminent invasion, the ponies blissfully unaware that her agent, a disguised Ocellus, has already infiltrated the Crystal Empire...

Note: All characters are 18 or older. Midnight Blitzer, Moonlight River, Thunder Storm, Snowy Blizzard, and Fiery Kickstart all belong to Shadic Midnight Blitzer. All other OCs are mine.

This takes place between the Rise of Equestria series and Prisoners of War, however it isn't necessary to read them to enjoy this. Chapters will mostly be vignettes into the lives of the cast with an overarching story in the background.