Icaria



Icaria is one of the territories of Equestria and one of the three nations that came together to form it, together with Ceria and Gaia.

Most of the population of Icaria is made up of Pegasi. Historically it has also been known as the Pegasus Lands and its population as the Pegasus Tribe.

Politics
Gaia is a stratocracy within Equestria, where the functions of the government are fulfilled by the military. The leader holds the title of general. At the time of the foundation of Equestria, the leader was General Hurricane.

Military
Icaria's military relies on the flight capability of their units, who can use their wings to fly while using a weapon with their front hooves. Between this and the high speeds enabled by flight, hit and run tactics are preferred by the Icarian army.

The top rank of the military is known as Pterarch (equivalent to Air Marshal in the Equestrian Royal Military). The rank immediately below is known as Antipterarch, and the next one is known as Ypopterarch.

Architecture
Pegasi cities have fewer stairs than others as most inhabitants have flying capabilities; however, all parts are still accessible by walking as foals, elders, the disabled and non-pegasi may be unable to fly.

Entertainment
Aerial acrobatics and racing are common entertainments in Icaria. Hippodromes are built for these functions.