the purpose of stable 76 was to train young colts and fillies to survive and repopulate the surface once it became habitable. unknown to all but the overmare's and overstallion's of the stable the surface wouldn't be habitable for centuries. a young stallion by the name of shining justice was eager to go to the surface so he and his best friends jade moon and blits star worked up a plan to get there. through a lot of confusion sneaking and handy work they were able to get to the surface but were surprised at what they saw.
(credit for the artwork and help with some editing goes to rainbow10dash ( http://rainbow10dash.deviantart.com ) who helps make this story possible

This is a short side story to Star Wars: The Snuggle Protocol.

The Empire has blockaded Equestria. Critical pony supplies are dwindling as the evil Empire tightens its grip on the innocent world. In the face of this overwhelming oppression, Equestria calls on the Rebel Alliance to render aid. All they have to do is break through a fleet of orbiting Imperial ships, race down to the surface of an occupied planet and fly back out again without being shot down.

Easier said than done: to complete this mission, the Rebels seek to deploy only their most capable starfighter squadron to get the job done. But it is there somepony more capable than them?

[Just as a heads up for new readers, the comments section is very spoiler heavy]

Manehatten, long held as a shining jewel of Equestria, a city where dreams can happen. For Sweetie Belle, those dreams of sharing her voice with the world have just come back to life. Coupled with her work at her sister's boutique in the big city, along with her friends and fame, everything seems to be coming together for the mare among the stars. Meanwhile back in Ponyville, Rarity's keen eye and business sense remain unhampered by her advancing age, letting her nationwide chain of stores flourish in a time of peace.

If only everything remained so simple.

A shadow looms over Manehatten, a serial criminal known as The White Phoenix, eluding the city police and burning all in it's path. Within the walls of the boutique, a unknown individual is bleeding the business dry without leaving any trace of identity. While one may be more severe, neither can go ignored, especially as Rarity still knows a thing or two about tracking down crime. With their wits, fitting outfits, and a friend in the MPD, Rarity and Sweetie Belle must head into the darker reaches of Manehatten to bring it's safety back into the light.

Coverart by SkyeyPony
Proof-Reading by my BFF Deep Note

Part of the Quickverse, references are made to Rising Above, Heart and Mind and I Knew Him but none are required reading.