The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin (/caːm/ /i̽n/ Watchtower [sign; signal; symptom; alarm] [eye]) is a subtropical basin within the taiga of the Breeze Corridor region. Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin is a relatively typical basin for Breeze Corridor, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin has a yearly average temperature of 4°C (39°F), with its average temperature during the summer being an icy 23°C (73°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant -15°C (5°F). The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin receives an average of 72 cm/y (28 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin covers an area of nearly 7608 km2 (4728 mi2), and an average elevation of 5591 m (18343 ft) above sea level.
The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin is home to a large number of different species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical basin, and a modest number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical basin. The keystone species of Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin are as follows:
The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin, therefore, does not offer bounties on monsters, nor is monster insurance required. Travelers are advised to heed warning signs and read any warning brochures provided by local authorities in order to avoid known monster habitats.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin 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 Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin is home to 241326 people. They break down into the following demographics: 60% Wareneese, 15% Wareneese, 10% Goblins, 5% Goblins, 7% Grey Elf, 1% Grey Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin is's peoples are culturally Wareneese, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include dominating and possessing other people and discipline and obedience to the law, as well as a unique literary festival and a winter festival.
The Wareneese subculture native to the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on harmony with nature and existing life and magical prowess and occult ability.
The Sylvian subculture native to the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders and societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders.
The Goblin subculture native to the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure and industry and the ability to work tirelessly.
The Quenn subculture native to the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on cunning and the ability to trick others and justice and fairness between people.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on justice and fairness between people and sexual license and wantonness.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on numerous castes of hereditary workers. They also place greater cultural emphasus on honor and maintaining one’s integrity and membership in an elite bloodline or caste.
The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin is overseen by Potentate Chaxorr Níamonopto Ælfwig, a god serving within Macketersism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 41% of the population self-report as devout. The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin is considered underserved by the divines despite shrines in all settled areas.
The Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin has an Imperial Development Index of 43. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 43 means there are 43 locations within the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Chyhyǟm-i̽n Basin are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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