Luna is trying to sleep but is pranked by Philimena which enlightens her to the idea that if she had a pet then maybe night duties would not be so lonely for her. Having read the friendship reports she decided to go to Fluttershy for help. At first this is unsuccessful but after a few meetings there is sightings of a strange creature in Ponyville that's causing some mild havoc. Fluttershy and Luna decide to go and investigate, leading to some interesting truths and more than one new friend for Luna.