Raven Inkwell has served Mayor Mare ably for a long time, and it cannot be said that her time in Ponyville has been uneventful. But one day, when finally taking a break from her role as the Mayor's assistant, she instead goes to a certain other associate of hers.

Twilight Sparkle has fulfilled her destiny and become the sole ruler of Equestria.

Unfortunately, at her first council meeting, she learns a terrible truth.

Equestria is a bit of a mess.