Episode Thirteen: “The Heart of the Matter”

Prism reveals she has known since approximately the second day that the Heart Crystal is inside her — placed there by Dion when she was a foal, as the final safeguard. It releases when the fear that has been holding it down releases. The whole group speaks to Prism in turn — each character getting a moment to tell her what she means to them. Nibbler's speech is the centrepiece: *"You found us, didn't you? Out of every garden. That's quite brave, I think."* Danica puts her hand on Prism's coat and the Light Between goes in — not fighting the fear but illuminating it, making the crystal visible beneath it. The Heart Crystal rises. All seven crystals are complete. Prism says she needs three days — the full moon is the optimal time for the gate. With three days to prepare.