The Hez̄udedi Forest (/ˈhez̚u/ /ˈdedi/ Rotrange [range; spectrum; extent] [corrupt]) is a subtropical forest within the temperate rainforest of the Shattered Peninsula region. Hez̄udedi Forest is a relatively typical forest for Shattered Peninsula, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Hez̄udedi Forest has a yearly average temperature of 23°C (73°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 28°C (82°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 19°C (66°F). The Hez̄udedi Forest receives an average of 285 cm/y (112 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. The Hez̄udedi Forest covers an area of nearly 34369 km2 (21360 mi2), and an average elevation of 2245 m (7365 ft) above sea level.
The Hez̄udedi Forest is home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical forest, and the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical forest. The keystone species of Hez̄udedi Forest are as follows:
The Hez̄udedi Forest has an MDI of 2, putting it at a slightly greater risk of monster attacks than Imperial holdings. Monster insurance fees are therefore light, and bounties are moderate. 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 Hez̄udedi 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 Hez̄udedi Forest is home to 1295287 people. They break down into the following demographics: 63% Iron Elves, 22% Hobgoblins, 6% Grey Elf, 7% Imperial, and ~2% Other.
The Hez̄udedi Forest is's peoples are culturally Sylvanian, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include restoring some real or imagined glorious past and scheming subtly against enemies or rivals, as well as a unique harvest festival and a food festival.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Hez̄udedi Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of color choices with social meaning to them and base their sence of individual idenity on professional guild or trade-specific group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on justice and fairness between people and seeking fortune in new places or new roles.
The Hobgoblin subculture native to the Hez̄udedi Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Hez̄udedi Forest are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of color choices with social meaning to them and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on hardiness and endurance before woes and restoring some real or imagined glorious past.
The Imperial subculture native to the Hez̄udedi Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on unity and elimination of group differences and justice and fairness between people.
The Hez̄udedi Forest is overseen by Potentate Wulses Wulfsta Cassana, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 57% of the population self-report as devout. The Hez̄udedi 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 Hez̄udedi Forest has an Imperial Development Index of 30. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 30 means there are 30 locations within the Hez̄udedi Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Spokrajiapeno Moorland is rated I1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Spokrajiapeno Moorland are expected to return above capitol at low risk.
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