As the supposed delegation arrives from Aqueilia, the Chancellor River Swirl of the River Republic decides to welcome them personally, but sadly for her, this won't be the case.
The recent archeological expedition to Griffonstone by Hellquill has found a rather strange artifact... An artifact which was never supposed to be opened.
The Regent Archon Eros of the Griffonian Empire learns that the young Emperor Grover VI is in a "diplomatic meeting" with Wingfried von Katerinburg, the notorious 'Führer' of Hellquill
With the rebel dukedoms now defeated, the Archon Eros of the Griffonian Empire has ordered the capture of the ones responsible for the rebellion, but not for the reasons they'd expect.
Hellquill has been sending thousands of volunteers to the Changeling Lands recently, 'Führer' Katerinburg dismisses concerns surrounding it through a speech.
The promised day has come and gone, everything fell exactly into place and Canterlot has fallen. A changeling infiltrator watches as his assignment bears fruit, his mind wandering to what was, before the end.
Delve into the more esoteric archives of the Elves and peruse the xenological lore held within - An anthology of short stories from the world of Equestria at War
The changelings have finally been pushed back to the border. Vanhoover is encircled by Equestrian forces, with their formidable navy moving in on sea. Ponies and changelings alike are caught up in a cruel battle that already seems decided.
Nightmare Moon just wanted to rule in peace. Daybreaker had other plans. (Based on the world of Equestria at War and some headcanons that I thought would be fun.)