After emerging from the hive for the first time, the young prince finds a world lit by the harsh light of the sun, and the gentle glow of the moon. He becomes entranced by this new world and is determined to learn whatever he can about the world beneath the light and dark in the sky. As he develops relationships with the inhabitants of this world, he is pushed to question himself on whether or not he should stay and lead the hive, or walk amongst the ponies and the small group who call him "friend".