The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods (/jɑ̄ɜː/ Soul of Fë́̂ [Proper Noun (name of person)] [soul]) are a group of subtropical woods on the coast of the Fractal Range region. The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are well known for its thriving abundance of plant life.
The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods has a yearly average temperature of 25°C (77°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 29°C (84°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant 21°C (69°F). The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods 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 Fë́̂ Yāer Woods covers an area of nearly 10692 km2 (6645 mi2), and an average elevation of 8551 m (-14895 ft) above sea level.
The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical woods, and the average number of species with their population figures far above average for a subtropical woods. The keystone species of Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are as follows:
The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods has an MDI of 4, which puts it into the high risk category for Eyom. Monster insurance fees are accordingly elevated, as are bounty payouts. Travelers are advised to carry weapons on their person at all times and stick to established routes. If travel requires leaving an established route, the services of a local guide are highly recommended.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods 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 Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are home to 157587 people. They break down into the following demographics: 54% Sylvin, 29% Gnolls, 2% Hobgoblins, 9% Grey Elf, 4% Imperial, and ~2% Other.
The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are's peoples are culturally Sylvanian, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include humanistic reason and “rational” religion and personal development and limit-pushing, as well as a unique spirit festival and a literary festival.
The Sylvin subculture native to the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods 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 patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on individual rights and freedom of action and harmony with nature and existing life.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. 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 religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders and personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure.
The Hobgoblin subculture native to the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods 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 purging evil and expelling the wicked and raw strength and personal prowess.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. 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 ethnic membership. They also place greater cultural emphasus on filial devotion to family and parents and purging evil and expelling the wicked.
The Imperial subculture native to the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods 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 impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on discipline and obedience to the law and societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders.
The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are overseen by Potentate Yxtar Sarmusan Emerainthos, a god serving within Tol's Children, the region's principal religion. Approximately 35% of the population self-report as devout. The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Fë́̂ Yāer Woods has an Imperial Development Index of 15. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 15 means there are 15 locations within the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods is rated I2 by Eyoms banks. Business ventures within the Fë́̂ Yāer Woods are expected to return above capitol with some volatility.
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