The Ásda-zrä Woodlands (/ə˞sˈda/ /zræ̝/ Deathmate [sexual] [god; idol]) are a group of subtropical woodland on the coast of the Lower Warding Range region. The Ásda-zrä Woodlands are well known for its thriving abundance of plant life.
The Ásda-zrä Woodlands has a yearly average temperature of 32°C (89°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a blistering 36°C (96°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a warm 29°C (84°F). The Ásda-zrä Woodlands receives an average of 66 cm/y (25 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Ásda-zrä Woodlands covers an area of nearly 6916 km2 (4298 mi2), and an average elevation of 11290 m (-5908 ft) above sea level.
The Ásda-zrä Woodlands are home to a modest number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical woodland, and a modest number of species with their population figures far above average for a subtropical woodland. The keystone species of Ásda-zrä Woodlands are as follows:
The Ásda-zrä Woodlands has an MDI of 8, as such it has been classified as Hazardous by Imperial insurance adjusters. Monster insurance fees are set to deter civilian settlement, bounty payouts are correspondingly lucrative. Travelers are advised to go heavily armed and travel strictly by established routes. If travel requires leaving an established route, the services of a local guide and mercenaries are highly recommended.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Ásda-zrä Woodlands are:
Imperial Warning: The following section of this document deals with biological race. In deference to the traditions of Eyomic peoples, we have foregone town-specific racial census. However, as our culture lacks a taboo for classification of peoples by their biology and such information is highly important for our medical practices amongst other institutions, we have stated the racial demographics of this region. We do not do so to sew the seeds of disunity. We do not do so to belittle or bemoan any group. Such issues are why we use the term 'peoples' rather than races, cultures, or species.
In respect to this universal cultural element, we have split racial classification by culture while keeping the name of each race for our own purposes. Should you see the same race listed more than once in the following section, this is to designate a major cultural division within a race.
The Ásda-zrä Woodlands are home to 155434 people. They break down into the following demographics: 63% Grey Elf, 22% Dwarves, 9% Grey Elf, 4% Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Ásda-zrä Woodlands are's peoples are culturally Z̚oman, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include leadership and charisma in the group and membership in an elite bloodline or caste, as well as a unique wine festival and a history festival.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Ásda-zrä Woodlands are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Grey Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on hardiness and endurance before woes and vengeance and execution of just vendettas.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Ásda-zrä Woodlands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Grey Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and unity and elimination of group differences.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Ásda-zrä Woodlands are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Grey Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on lineages based on ancient hero-ancestors. They also place greater cultural emphasus on industry and the ability to work tirelessly and unity and elimination of group differences.
The Elf subculture native to the Ásda-zrä Woodlands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Grey Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on identity based on their local community. They also place greater cultural emphasus on unity and elimination of group differences and vengeance and execution of just vendettas.
The Ásda-zrä Woodlands are overseen by Potentate Anrus Alkyoneus Euan, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 28% of the population self-report as devout. The Ásda-zrä Woodlands is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Ásda-zrä Woodlands has an Imperial Development Index of 5. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 5 means there are 5 locations within the Ásda-zrä Woodlands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Ásda-zrä Woodlands is rated M2 by Eyoms banks. Consult a bank for information relating to its economy.
History
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