Somnambula tell the tale of her past in her own words, her courtship with a prince, her love affair with a temple mare, and how she defied the Sphinx to save a kingdom.
Daring Do writes fictional stories about the hero she wishes she really was but has spent her entire life running in fear. When she discovers the phylactery of Queen Somnambula she learns that some heroes are better left unmet.
Sunset Shimmer, a refugee of Equestria, personal consort of one Queen Somnambula. But now, it's up to Somnambula to take on the hardest challenge she's ever faced. Her country, or her love?
Stygian finally works up the courage to tell Somnambula how he feels about her, but Somnambula is busy coming to terms with the death of Prince Hisan. Still, she always has time for a friend.