Why are they so intriguing? Is it just....minimalism? Is it their vaguely-defined 'connection to the earth' that means so much? Is it because they're living proof, you don't need magic to be a powerful personality, nor find inner strength?
>>30361258
Or maybe just because they look sexy.
>>30361258
>What lies in the appeal of an Earth Pony?
There's an appeal?
>>30361258
It's because they can't rely on fancy magic or flashy wings to be interesting. Instead they're just all around better at their core and personality.
>>30361258
>gets kek'd by Pinkie Pie in 3, 2, 1...
>>30361258
FOAL
BEARING
HIPS
>>30361258
Technological advancement is pretty much thanks a thing because of earth ponies.
>>30363291
This
They have to make up for there limitation with innovation
>>30363307
And in the world building they also are depicted as the only one capable of agronomy and agriculture. They slaved to feed three tribes, and did so eventually with a surplus production to feed a empire.
>>30361258
Unicorn horns always make me think that I'd get poked during snuggles and pegasi (most, not all) seem to have this competitive, douchey edge to them, even the non-athletes.