The history of Equestria, as depicted in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, began at the end of the 'Age of Eternal Winter'. See also: List of My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic episodes 7.2 Fifth generation of My Little Pony franchise.7.1 Fourth generation of My Little Pony franchise.Īlthough shown to be generally peaceful, Equestria engages in wars with various magical and supernatural threats over the course of the series.
Throughout the series, Equestria is ruled by princesses. The official language of Equestria is called 'Ponish'. The 'Bit' is the national currency of Equestria and its territories. Equestria's foundation is described as the result of the cooperation of unicorns, pegasi, and earth ponies. Equestria hosts many intelligent and sapient creatures the majority being ponies. Equestria is shown to be located on a terrestrial planet, similar to Earth. Created by Lauren Faust, the setting incorporates many elements of fantasy, including European and Greek mythology.Įquestria serves as the backdrop for the adventures of Twilight Sparkle, the main character of Friendship is Magic, and her friends, collectively referred to as the Mane Six. Equestria ( / ɛ ˈ k w ɛ s t r i ə/) is the fictional setting of the fourth and fifth generation of the My Little Pony toyline and media franchise, including the animated television series My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic and My Little Pony: Pony Life.
