Starlight Glimmer is a character from the animated television series My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. She is a unicorn known for her powerful magic and initially serves as an antagonist. Starlight has a complex backstory involving her desire for equality, which leads her to create a village where everypony is the same. Over time, Starlight undergoes significant character development, becoming a friend and ally to the main characters, including Twilight Sparkle. She learns the importance of friendship and individuality, ultimately taking on the role of a student at Twilight's school of friendship.