The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt (/ˈuz̚i/ Ilekskvurmz's Hawk [Proper Noun (name of person)] [eagle]) is a temperate holt within the temperate deciduous forest of the Equuscoast region. Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt is a relatively typical holt for Equuscoast, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt has a yearly average temperature of 24°C (75°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 27°C (80°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant 22°C (71°F). The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt receives an average of 138 cm/y (54 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt covers an area of nearly 23623 km2 (14681 mi2), and an average elevation of 4734 m (15531 ft) above sea level.
The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt is home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a temperate holt, and the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a temperate holt. The keystone species of Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt are as follows:
The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt 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 Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt 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 Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt is home to 723743 people. They break down into the following demographics: 54% Tauric, 29% Goblins, 2% Iron Elves, 8% Kivu, 5% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt is's peoples are culturally Tauric, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends and social progress toward some eventual utopia, as well as a unique relic festival and a harvest festival.
The Tauric subculture native to the Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on justice and fairness between people and magical prowess and occult ability.
The Goblin subculture native to the Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on voluntary mutual-assistance brotherhoods. They also place greater cultural emphasus on magical prowess and occult ability and membership in an elite bloodline or caste.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on harmony with nature and existing life and honor and maintaining one’s integrity.
The Kivu subculture native to the Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and ethnic purity of blood and culture.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric 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 dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on membership in an elite bloodline or caste and dominating and possessing other people.
The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt is overseen by Potentate Caione Alectorawn Mapeto, a god serving within The Council of Twelve, the region's principal religion. Approximately 12% of the population self-report as devout. The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt has an Imperial Development Index of 34. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 34 means there are 34 locations within the Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt is rated C2 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Ilekskvurmzuz̄i Holt are expected to return market rate with some volatility.
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