(Takes place within my "What If?" rewrite series, familiarity with its volumes is recommended.) An alternate take on the 2017 movie exploring if scenes had played out differently, and some characters were written differently.
Starlight establishes a self-defense class at the School of Friendship. When she struggles to find a volunteer to be her sparring partner for the class, an unlikely candidate steps forward in the form of Tempest Shadow.
A criminal element has taken root in Canterlot City. Sunset Shimmer, Twilight Sparkle, and their friends must figure out how to use their powers to stop it, without falling victim themselves.
In the sequel to The Lieutenant, Tempest Shadow goes back to her home town along with Twilight and Celestia. But while on their incredible journey, they come across dark forces outside of Equestria.
Tempest Shadow has an untold past that nopony really understands. One day, she tells Twilight Sparkle what actually happened on the day she lost her horn and also learns a valuable lesson; that everypony is truly wonderful in their own way...