Ten years after a massive war, Equestria has changed. The Empire now rules over all, giving peace and prosperity to those that deserve it, but some are against this new rulership.
The CMC, a small, raggedy group of smugglers working for the Apple family, are caught red-hoofed by an Imperial patrol. As the friends fight for their lives, they learn about themselves, each other, and the world they now reside in.
Meanwhile, in Canterlot, Emperor Blueblood has amassed a massive fleet and is preparing to smash what is left of the rebellion under the oppressive hoof of his Empire.
Fantart:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSqZZHhQa_I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JE7m2dk8FB4&list=UUS5YHp6kB61DHIXt8THr4iQ&index=1&feature=plcp
Captain Ardour of the Sky Clipper, a barely airworthy ship, faces a dilemma: he's broke, his ship is busted, his only companion is a quiet griffin, and his last hope for work comes straight from the Queen of Whores, with a postmark from S
The CMC go against the Empire that is ruling over Equestria. A la Dieselpunk.