Following the events of “Swirlpool Starlight,” Misty is feeling more conflicted about her past being brought to the surface than ever. Fortunately, one pony may be able to help her see the bright side to it all….
After everyone thinks they're a couple, Pipp and Hitch realize their feelings for each other and start dating. Meanwhile Zipp, Sunny and Izzy also search for love. Unknown to them, Opaline continues her attempts to take all magic for herself.
Among the trees just outside Bridlewood, Izzy uncovers... something. Her friends decide not to question her obsession with restoring it. They probably should.
When Misty discovers Senor Butterscotch, she asks Izzy about why she created the fake unicorn. Izzy reveals it all stems back to her childhood in Bridlewood.
A visitor has come to Maretime Bay, and his presence causes quite the stir. He has much to teach the six ponies responsible for saving Equestria, but perhaps he is the one who still has something to learn.
(Spoilers for Make Your Mark: Chapter 4.) While still adjusting to life in Maretime Bay, Misty happens to bump into Sprout. As it turns out, Sprout knows something about what Misty's going through. In fact, he's had a similar experience.
After numerous failed attempts to follow even the simplest of tasks, Opaline sends Misty out for one last mission, if she is to return unsuccessful then chances of getting her cutie mark will be forfeit, and she will be banished from the castle.
After Misty flees the sleepover, Zipp notices she's still in the garden outside the Crystal Brighthouse. Zipp ends up learning something unexpected about the strange newcomer -- and how she can help.