Peaces is determined to move away from the Medical Assistance Division of the Royal Guard and to become one of the Guard, the main defenders of Equestria. He constantly fails, however, and noticing his many fails the captain of the Royal Guard, Shining Armor, decides to have a one-on-one conversation with the medic to learn why. He learns all about Peaces, his life, and why exactly he wants to become one of the Guard.