Almost a millennium has passed since the benevolent Princess Celestia's rule came to an end. Under the flag of the Lunar Empire, Equestria has flourished over the centuries, expanding in territory, in science, and in war. However, not everypony is content with the more disturbing directions the Empress has taken in recent years. Her army has been increased dramatically and new weapons technologies are being developed every day, as if she's preparing for a war of astronomic scale. Thus formed the Sunseekers, a band of so-called rebels operating in the Imperial Capital, Eclipse. But now, their leader is being plagued with dreams of a mysterious pegasus thief who might be the key the Empress herself is looking for.