> The bat ponies seem like they’re guard material. I’m sure they can handle one little filly while you’re out foraging with the roc-ette.

Very well!

You proceed to knight the bat ponies and declare them your Super Awesome Ultra Hyper Force Royal Night Guards.

They’ll stay and guard the observatory from any evil-doers while you and the roc go out in search of something to eat, preferably that isn’t made of tender pony flesh.