The year is 2703 A.D. (After Discord), the Gryphons are at war with the pony countries Equestria, Annesia, and Ethorea. The war has been devastating, resulting is countless losses on both sides. The Gryphons had grounded Ethorea with shear power, keeping it from acting as a flying fortress. The prince, Prince Zakaht, needed to focus all his magic on protecting the land rather than keeping the propellers working. Annesia’s vast underground bases had been caved in by the Gryphons’ air raids. Equestria’s Cloudsdale was obliterated completely. Things are looking grim for the ponies if they can’t turn things around fast. Thankfully, Ethorea’s Crislan magic kept weapons supplied in vast numbers for the pony side. The leaders of the three nations are holding a meeting.
“Things aren’t looking good for us,” Princess Celestia started, “ If we can’t find a weakness in the Gryphons’ defensive lines, we’re doomed.”
“We need to work more as a unit and not lone wolves.” Prince Falcron stated.
“I think I may have an idea,” Prince Zakaht implies, “We need to meet the Gryphons’ ground force with large, heavily armoured war machines. It will act as the front line and break through the defensive lines of the Gryphons, scattering their numbers.”
“And then I will move in with the aerial support.” Both Rainbow Dash and Evour say at the same time.
“With Ethorea’s royal air force, Ulhar Torkei, can certainly take them down.”
“And the Wonderbolts have been waiting some action in the war.”
“We are grateful for the offer,” Prince Sanquil says, “We can really use every hoof in the war that we can get. Father, could we assist them in anyway? Maybe we could use your growth magic to entangle the enemy?”
“That,” Prince Falcron stated, “is a wonderful idea son, but the chances of me being able to grow the plants fast enough to entangle a griffin is very unlikely. Gryphons are fast and they aren’t idiots.”
“Actually,” Princess Luna, being quiet the entire meeting, starts, “I could use my moon magic to darken the skies momentarily so the gryphons’ are confused and don’t notice the plants until it’s too late. After you get them tangled, I stop my magic and our forces can advance onto them and easily defeat them.” Everypony turned and looked at the Princess, surprised at her presence.
“All in favor of Luna and Falcron’s plan?” Celestia inquires. All hooves go up in favor of the attack plan. “Then it is settled. We attack when ready. Everypony, order a retreat and regroup at Canterlot. I wish you all good luck.”
As the meeting broke apart, Dash and Evour pulled Sanquil to the side.
“ That plan was…was…” Dash started
“Brilliant!” Evour finished, “You are quite the strategist Sanquil. I’m Evour, prince of Ethoria and captain of the Ethorean air squad, Ulhar Torkei. This is Rainbow Dash, leader of the ever famous Wonderbolts aerial assault and performance team.”
“Nice to meet you two. Now I must be going. Mother and Father will be waiting for me.” Sanquil gave his goodbyes and left.
Leaving Canterlot, Falcron, Luna, and Sanquil board their chariot and return to Annesia. Celestia left to inform her guardsmen of their plan. Zakaht and Evour use their Crislan magic and return to the land of Ethorea.
“Attention people of Annesia,” Falcron said, “Princess Celestia, Prince Zakaht and I have come up with a battle plan.” The citizens started to cheer.
“Our immediate action will be to withdrawal out forces from the battlefield to the north and west.” Princess Celestia explained.
“Falcron’s son, Sanquil, came up with an excellent plan of action. We will need all spare metal that there is available for it though.” Zakaht finished. “Evour, I know this isn’t your line of duty, but I need the Ulhar Torkei to scrap what is left of the propellers. We have no use for them at the moment.”
“But father,” Evour started
“No buts. Now go.”
“Captain Isuna,” Falcron turned to his captain, “Tell your troops in the north to retreat back here. Luna,” He turned to his wife, “I need you to prepare the moon to block the Sun soon, this plan will take action once everypony is safely out of the way and Zakaht has the weapon finished.
“Rainbow,” Celestia said, “I need you to get the Wonderbolts together and gather your friends gathered around Equestria. We will need their help. Don’t forget Discord’s frozen body, just in case.” Rainbow Dash gave her princess a look of utter confusion, but didn’t question.
“Yes Sir/Ma'am!” They all complied.
“Alright ponies,” Evour addressed the Ulhar Torkei, “We need to move…this…island. Buck. This is going to be harder than I thought.” Everypony tried with all their might, but the grounded island wouldn’t budge. “Faust, he makes it seem easy.”
“May I lend a helping horn?” Zakaht stepped in. With his extensive power, Zakaht lifted the island long enough for Ulhar Torkei to get all the salvageable metal underneath. “See? Piece. Of cake.” He panted. “Take that to the Crislan Center, they know what to do.”
“Attention,” Rainbow Dash addressed the Wonderbolts, “We have gotten a search and recover mission from the princess herself.” She looked up and down the group of flier, man did it grow since the war, “She wants up to recover my old friends. Twilight Sparkle was last heard of at the Institution for Magic as headmaster. She should still be there. Applejack will be at Sweet Apple Acres no doubt, I get her myself. Pinkie Pie will be planning the Gala with others. Check there for her. Fluttershy is still in her little cottage in Ponyville, caring for woodland creatures. Rarity is making dresses for the princess at the castle. The last thing we need is Discord, Faust knows why. His body is displayed in Manehattan, I know that for a fact. Now, I want everypony back before sundown.”
“Listen up ponies!” Captain Isuna addressed his squad at the encampment in the north, “We have gotten direct orders from Prince Falcron zi Velpin to fall back into home territory now.”
“What is he thinking?” One pony in the crowd asked
“We’re winning though!” Another yelled and others joined in the yelling.
“STOP!” Isuna exclaimed. “The prince has his reasons. We need to get out now so that our plan can advance.” The same thing happened in the camp to the west for Celestia’s troops. The major part of the first part of the plan was done. All troops have been moved out of the battle field and are safely in home territory.