Wouldn't you want a change of pace, if you have been doing the same thing for over two thousand years? Princess is a noble title, but a title comes with responsibility and expectation, in this case, the expectation of millions of ponies. It is a pressure I didn't realize I had until it was gone.

If by fate I return to my Equestria, I will take up the mantle again. That is my responsibility. Until then, however, I am content with my smaller role as captain of a band of outlaws.