The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest (/ˌdëoˈg̃ëvɪ/ /θɘˈbëla/ Restfull [comfortable] [microscope]) is a subtropical forest within the temperate rainforest of the Greatbay region. Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest is a relatively typical forest for Greatbay, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest has a yearly average temperature of 21°C (69°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a pleasant 25°C (77°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 16°C (60°F). The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest receives an average of 280 cm/y (110 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest covers an area of nearly 15068 km2 (9364 mi2), and an average elevation of 4448 m (14593 ft) above sea level.
The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest is home to the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical forest, and the average number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical forest. The keystone species of Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest are as follows:
The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest, 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 Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest 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 Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest is home to 372699 people. They break down into the following demographics: 59% Sylvin, 10% Kitsune, 16% Gnolls, 6% Tanuki, 5% Imperial, 2% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest is's peoples are culturally Sylvanian, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include purging evil and expelling the wicked and justice and fairness between people, as well as a unique rain festival and a sun festival.
The Sylvin subculture native to the Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on magical prowess and occult ability and faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture and restoring some real or imagined glorious past.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on individual rights and freedom of action and industry and the ability to work tirelessly.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on numerous castes of hereditary workers. They also place greater cultural emphasus on sexual license and wantonness and societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders.
The Imperial subculture native to the Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on piety and devotion to the gods and faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on hardiness and endurance before woes and discipline and obedience to the law.
The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest is overseen by Potentate Ditona Nothandite Gronchus, a god serving within Labdsism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 45% of the population self-report as devout. The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest has an Imperial Development Index of 36. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 36 means there are 36 locations within the Dëog̈ëvî-thêbëla Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Lîpíê-ihîkê Woods is rated C2 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Lîpíê-ihîkê Woods are expected to return market rate with some volatility.
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