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Published: 2015-04-08 10:08:45 +0000 UTC; Views: 16336; Favourites: 558; Downloads: 64
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Description So this is just a quick sketchdump to better illustrate some of my thoughts on Equestrian technology. There's a LOT I want to explore as far as how their technology works and what it consists of, but for the moment these sketches will have to do. Have some headcanon with that side of drawings! c:

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As far as my own headcanon goes, Equestrian technology is a unique mixture of primarily magitech, steampunk, medieval tech, and modern tech all wrapped into one. While their technology may not seem to be as polished as our own and, in some aspects, they are dated, in many ways their technology is just as advanced (if not moreso) as our modern tech.

To briefly touch on power, Equestria's primary power sources for their tech include Solar and Moon power, hydropower, wind power, natural magic gems (crystallized magic), magic power, and steam power. They do not use fossil fuel as a source of power.

Now, on to some aspects of their technology: some tech isn't as evolved as others, or simply not as available to the public, based on necessity. For example, while electricity is an available source, indoor lighting for the typical home is often limited to just the main room and kitchen while the rest of the home is lit by candles or gas-based lamps. On the opposite end, indoor plumbing, gas or electric-powered stoves and ovens, and electric-powered fridges are standard editions to the average home.

Then there's of course technology primarily used by those in the workforce, which is the primary focus of this sketchdump. Most of the tech seen here is used by workers who are in need of precision work, heavy work, or to simply have easier grasps on an item as it is worked on, but regardless the function of these gadgets is to make the work environment safer and easier on the worker. Here's some info on each gadget seen:

Saddle Pliers:
Exactly as it sounds like, this gadget is basically a tricked-out metal saddle with fully mobile and rotating arms and "claws" extending from it. The arms are flexible and were invented with wings in mind in terms of its range of motion and overall "anatomy". This contraption's purpose is primarily to aid the user with precision and heavy work, such as blacksmithing, construction, and medical usage. The Claws of the arms tend to have different functions and overall build, depending on the purpose and brand (for example, medical claws are slimmer and build for better precision, while blacksmith claws are often wide, flat, and meant to simply hold items steady or in place as the pony works). This gadget is controlled via an enchanted hardhat or an enchanted headband, which allows the pony to manipulate it through the use of massive magic (no, you don't have to be a unicorn for this to work. Every breed knows how to use magic)

Rectractable fingers horseshoe:
A horseshoe built with the same mechanics of a clawed gauntlet in mind, this show is literally what it says on the tin. The "finges" feathered in the show are three; two primary fingers and a thumb of sorts. When not in use, the fingers are folded and hidden beneath the primary "pad" of its finger. When in use, the fingers extends and is flexable and, when prompted, able to form a makeshift "fist" to grab items. These shoes were made primarily for construction workers, repair workers, computer techs, however it's usefulness can be seen in a wide variety of jobs and activities. It is controlled similarly to the clawed gauntlets: the pony manipulates it using the magic that resides within their hooves.

Camera:
This one is simply a closeup on Featherweight's camera (PS that fullbody pony is indeed a teenaged Featherweight). The sketch is to simply show the overall design of the camera and some of its functions, as well show how a hoofed animal will be able to use it with no problem.
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It's a little short at the moment, but I have to get ready for class and leave soon so this should do for now I think. o3o Also ignore my shitty writing. >.>

But as always, if you have questions feel more than free to ask. Β And thanks for stopping by. ^.^
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Comments: 87

loverofmythology [2015-04-08 15:21:29 +0000 UTC]

OMG SO COOL!! neighkon

omfg i'm dying XDD

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EarthnAshes In reply to loverofmythology [2015-04-08 23:01:32 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! xD

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loverofmythology In reply to EarthnAshes [2015-04-09 03:30:35 +0000 UTC]

xD

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NezumiYuki [2015-04-08 14:05:44 +0000 UTC]

Spiffy technology we have here. Β  And OMG that company name, I love it!! Neighkon needs to be a thing!!

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EarthnAshes In reply to NezumiYuki [2015-04-08 23:31:12 +0000 UTC]

Lol, after seeing Nikon I was just like "oh! Neighkon! 8O" Sometimes the puns are pretty easy. xD

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evodraconis In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 13:36:59 +0000 UTC]

Always interesting to see another's take on Equestrian Technology and how their tools have evolved to suit their needs. Β They really aren't at any disadvantage when it comes to manipulating the world around them, are they?

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EarthnAshes In reply to evodraconis [2015-04-08 23:32:41 +0000 UTC]

If there's one thing the creatures in this world are good at, it's manipulating the world and the materials they have to their full potential. ;D

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TW6464 In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 13:26:41 +0000 UTC]

These remind me of Servo-Arms from Warhammer 40k

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EarthnAshes In reply to TW6464 [2015-04-08 23:30:17 +0000 UTC]

I have no idea what that is since I've never played it. I have, however, played Fallout 3 and New Vegas and that's primarily where I got the idea from. o3o

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KarmaDash [2015-04-08 12:27:45 +0000 UTC]

Aww so cute

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EarthnAshes In reply to KarmaDash [2015-04-08 23:31:28 +0000 UTC]

I didn't know mechanical claws could be seen as cute. xD

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KarmaDash In reply to EarthnAshes [2015-04-09 09:46:08 +0000 UTC]

I have a talent that allows me to view anything at cute haha

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kyo4kusanagi [2015-04-08 12:12:33 +0000 UTC]

Your design are awesome~~~ um....is...is it okay if create one based on your ><

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EarthnAshes In reply to kyo4kusanagi [2015-04-08 23:31:41 +0000 UTC]

Create one? What do you mean?

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kyo4kusanagi In reply to EarthnAshes [2015-04-08 23:39:42 +0000 UTC]

umm that saddle thingy???

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EarthnAshes In reply to kyo4kusanagi [2015-04-09 00:54:54 +0000 UTC]

Sure, I don't mind.

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kyo4kusanagi In reply to EarthnAshes [2015-04-09 01:06:43 +0000 UTC]

Oh oki I will credit you cc

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ForestSpring In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 11:30:23 +0000 UTC]

Awesome!!!

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EarthnAshes In reply to ForestSpring [2015-04-08 23:29:37 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! ^.^

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AquaGalaxy In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 11:20:08 +0000 UTC]

wow this is awesome! :3

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EarthnAshes In reply to AquaGalaxy [2015-04-08 23:29:03 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! ^.^

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SkyVixie [2015-04-08 11:15:05 +0000 UTC]

lol i have my own ideas for the technology too and was gonna sketch dump them out as well this is awesome!

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EarthnAshes In reply to SkyVixie [2015-04-08 23:29:30 +0000 UTC]

Oh sweet! I'd love to see your take on some of the technology the pones have. O:

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SkyVixie In reply to EarthnAshes [2015-04-09 13:00:28 +0000 UTC]

If I ever get around to it I'll be sure to draw them out

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MustLoveFrogs In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 10:31:45 +0000 UTC]

I love stuff like this.Β  :>

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EarthnAshes In reply to MustLoveFrogs [2015-04-08 23:28:52 +0000 UTC]

Inorite? It's a lot of fun to think about and draw, although it can give headaches if you aren't careful. xD

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KingdomHeartsEWY In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 10:29:00 +0000 UTC]

It looks amazing X3

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EarthnAshes In reply to KingdomHeartsEWY [2015-04-08 23:28:29 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! :3

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KingdomHeartsEWY In reply to EarthnAshes [2015-04-09 06:41:34 +0000 UTC]

Np ;3

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kahas In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 10:25:19 +0000 UTC]

Hey, this is a very interesting reflection about technology in Equestria !

Good job finding some sense in it, when a majority of things are like that because narrative reasons

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EarthnAshes In reply to kahas [2015-04-08 23:31:52 +0000 UTC]

Thank ya! 8D

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KonfettiMayhem In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 10:24:54 +0000 UTC]

WowΒ i love how you put that much thought into it and how different there technology is to are ownΒ Β 

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EarthnAshes In reply to KonfettiMayhem [2015-04-08 23:28:23 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! ^.^

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heroined In reply to ??? [2015-04-08 10:23:05 +0000 UTC]

This is so awesome omg

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EarthnAshes In reply to heroined [2015-04-08 22:48:57 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! :3

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Wazaga [2015-04-08 10:15:21 +0000 UTC]

I can imagine the Flim Flam brothers marketing these things with a flourish.

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