Now we have a map of Equestria, what of the other species' countries?

[Magic Man 222]

Upon the release of the map of Equestria, http://4.bp.blogspot...s1600/1yawf.jpg, it has got me thinking of the kingdoms of the other species in the world, especially when it says 'Yonder to Griffins' on the map.

 

Now obviously, Equestria is modelled heavily on North America, with some Western European influence, going by that and how 'Yonder to Griffins' is in the East, here's how I picture the other nations being based:

 

Griffin Kingdom: Based on Western and Central European countries like Germany and France. This is especially considering Gustav Le Grand.

 

Changeling Kingdom: Russia and Eastern Europe, and China. I do like the idea of them as a poor, peasant nation and when you consider the rivaly between the US and Russia in the past and how there is American influence in Equestria, it does make more sense in that regard. And as for China, the size in population and work ethic would be fitting, as well as Western rivalry.

 

The Dragon homeland: Given by the direction to the south for dragons on the map, I'm guessing like Central and South America.

 

Well, anyway, these are my takes on it. Let's hear yours.

 

I have left out the Diamond Dogs here, since they were not included on that map and do not seem to have a major fanbase. However, just to take a wack at it, I'm guessing they may too, like the dragons, may come from a country that is like a central or south American nation, say like Mexico.

 

As for Zebras, well, I guess that's a no-brainer.

Edited August 4, 2012 by Wormtail96

[Random User 249]

Changeling Kingdom: Russia and Eastern Europe, and China. I do like the idea of them as a poor, peasant nation and when you consider the rivaly between the US and Russia in the past and how there is American influence in Equestria, it does make more sense in that regard. And as for China, the size in population and work ethic would be fitting, as well as Western rivalry.

 

Those durned commies Changlings.

 

I still prefer that one fan-made map myself. It feels a lot more creative than the offcial map does.

 

The map I'm talking about, in case you didn't know: http://browse.deviantart.com/?qh=&section=&global=1&q=map+of+equestria#/d46wmzm

[NavelColt 22,881]

http://static.fjcdn.com/comments/Enlarge+_2834aec0036742b3615d9a0417ffc705.jpg

 

I, too, agree with the fan-made map. It lists numerous kingdoms, where they dwell, and their sizes. It also has some landmarks and other features.

Edited August 5, 2012 by ~Chaotic Discord~

[Thyflesh 35]

Is the crystal kingdom mentioned on the map.?

 

I looked at it on my iPad and I couldn't see it.

 

What I find interesting is that there are no real spoilers from the map as to new species that could be in S3 (again I hope I'm not being blind).

 

Regarding the diamond dogs I thought they lived under the ground in kind of an underground kingdom (maybe like the crab people kingdom in south park ) and not in there own nation.

[Comet Tail 808]

Is the crystal kingdom mentioned on the map.?

 

I looked at it on my iPad and I couldn't see it.

 

What I find interesting is that there are no real spoilers from the map as to new species that could be in S3 (again I hope I'm not being blind).

 

Regarding the diamond dogs I thought they lived under the ground in kind of an underground kingdom (maybe like the crab people kingdom in south park ) and not in there own nation.

 

Almost - at the very top of the map, the snow-capped blue mountains in the cold northern land are called the "Crystal Mountains"

[Akemi Homura 7,680]

Almost - at the very top of the map, the snow-capped blue mountains in the cold northern land are called the "Crystal Mountains"

 

A minor spoiler for season three inbound. You have been warned.

 

 

 

It is rumoured that Cadence holds power over the Crystal Kingdom; makes sense considering that she herself is a princess and with the marriage, her rule can be established a bit further. It'd also make sense that Cadence holds an entire portion of Equestria to herself and she'll mainly deal with it rather than having Celestia or Luna checking up on it multiple times to ensure everything is in order.