A Unicorn captain has rescued a stallion from what would have been a terrible death. He decides to be his friend. One very important thing the stallion needs in this magical land, a name.

Broadbeam, one of the newest royal guards of the day-court, must stand with members of the night guard and Celestia against an unknown.

Celestia is on Valkyrie duty at the gate of paradise when it is discovered she wants to smuggle something back with her.