Skylar and Rainbow Dash arrive in Cloudsdale, with the intention of staying there for a few days. But when Rainbow, who is extremely popular due to her Sonic Rainboom that occured during her last visit, sees that Skylar is extremely unpopular due to her lack of cutie mark and knowledge of flying, she is caught in between. Now the Element of Loyalty has to choose between standing up for her roommate, and being the most liked pegasus in Cloudsdale - maybe even the world - and even an invitation from the Wonderblots themselves!

The another story in the 'Bindings of Hope' series - sequel to 'Starting Off'