The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis (/hjɛw/ /ni̽n/ Bardpunch [arrogant] [melody; tune]) is a subtropical maquis within the wetland of the Yastan Peninsula region. Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis is a relatively typical maquis for Yastan Peninsula, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis has a yearly average temperature of 1°C (33°F), with its average temperature during the summer being an icy 24°C (75°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool -23°C (-9°F). The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis receives an average of 198 cm/y (77 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis covers an area of nearly 14003 km2 (8702 mi2), and an average elevation of 5532 m (18149 ft) above sea level.
The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis is home to the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical maquis, and a modest number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical maquis. The keystone species of Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis are as follows:
The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis, 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 Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis 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 Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis is home to 399974 people. They break down into the following demographics: 65% Gnolls, 13% Fae, 7% Fae, 9% Fae, 4% Kobold, and ~2% Other.
The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis is's peoples are culturally Gnollish, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include submission to lawful authority and discipline and obedience to the law, as well as a unique rain festival and a fire festival.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Gnoll culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes and restoring some real or imagined glorious past.
The Fae subculture native to the Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Gnoll culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and dominating and possessing other people.
The Fae subculture native to the Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Gnoll culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on identity based on their local community. They also place greater cultural emphasus on magical prowess and occult ability and ascetic unworldliness and pious poverty.
The Quenn subculture native to the Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Gnoll culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on professional guild or trade-specific group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on individual rights and freedom of action and honesty and truthfulness in speech.
The Kobold subculture native to the Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Gnoll culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on dominating and possessing other people and personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure.
The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis is overseen by Potentate Eher Oenopto Ethanand, a god serving within The Council of Twelve, the region's principal religion. Approximately 32% of the population self-report as devout. The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis has an Imperial Development Index of 40. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 40 means there are 40 locations within the Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Hiëw Ni̽n Maquis are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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