Shortly after the Battle of the Bands, a new student arrives at Canterlot High School. Nobody knows her and she's not in a mood to make any friends. On any other school, she'd end up as a loner, but maybe at CHS, there's hope for a change.
A young Sunset Shimmer is sent to uncover the secrets of the forgotten Crystal Empire. During her journey to the frozen north, she finds something very unexpected that might change everything.
A crystal pony arrives at Sweet Apple Acres only a few months after the return of the Crystal Empire. While trying to find out why the crystal mare left her home, Applejack discovers more than one secret surrounding the unusual visitor.