The Galactic Union, a conglomeration of dozens of races, Humans, Vurkuristar, Kugs, Vernid and more. Constantly waging wars of apocalyptic proportions against their vile foes.

Equestria, a world of equines who value peace and friendship above all else and who never know true hardship.

One unexplained malfunction in the computer-brain of the flagship of the Fifth Expeditionary Fleet of the Union brings Equestria into the light of a blood-soaked galaxy. For good or ill.

(huge thanks to Carnelian for the cover art and telling me how to submit)

(Huge thanks to 'the guys' who participated in my Venture Command strategy game that inspired this fic)