History is a funny thing--so easily twisted to fit the one pony's opinion, and then that opinion can become widespread, now viewed as unchangeable fact.
The Crystal Empire is one prime example of that. It is very different from what everypony thinks to this day...
(Part of the Eponaverse)
Inspired by the Symphonic Metal Opera by L-Train
Many thanks to my (very patient ) proofreader, The Sound of Loneliness!