Shining Armor quickly learns that becoming a noble in Canterlot comes with more than a bank account that has too many zeros and special privileges. But, he knows he can deal with anything, as long as he has his friends to help him.

Only, the pony he's come to depend on the most has her own test to face. And it is one that Sunset must do on her own as she must stop a pony from going down the same path she pursued not too long ago.