The Krëio-köbze Forest (/ˈkrɛjo/ /ˈko˞bze/ Candyglass [sugar] [cement]) is a subtropical forest within the wetland of the Kiteshield Peninsula region. The Krëio-köbze Forest is a popular tourist destination due to the seasonal kraken migration.
The Krëio-köbze Forest has a yearly average temperature of 17°C (62°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a pleasant 23°C (73°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 11°C (51°F). The Krëio-köbze Forest receives an average of 214 cm/y (84 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Krëio-köbze Forest covers an area of nearly 16006 km2 (9947 mi2), and an average elevation of 4609 m (15121 ft) above sea level.
The Krëio-köbze Forest is home to the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical forest, and a large number of different species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical forest. The keystone species of Krëio-köbze Forest are as follows:
The Krëio-köbze Forest 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 Krëio-köbze 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 Krëio-köbze Forest is home to 184645 people. They break down into the following demographics: 67% Gnolls, 16% Dwarves, 2% Gnolls, 8% Kobold, 5% Grey Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Krëio-köbze Forest is's peoples are culturally Gnollish, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include education and knowledge-seeking and beauty and seductive charm, as well as a unique autumn festival and a summer festival.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Krëio-köbze Forest 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 socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on prosperity and accruing material wealth and piety and devotion to the gods.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Krëio-köbze Forest 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 patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on educational ties to institutions or traditions. They also place greater cultural emphasus on aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture and exploring the unknown and discovering secrets.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Krëio-köbze Forest 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 numerous castes of hereditary workers. They also place greater cultural emphasus on faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends and loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own.
The Kobold subculture native to the Krëio-köbze Forest 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 patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on ethnic membership. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal development and limit-pushing and zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Krëio-köbze Forest 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 socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on hardiness and endurance before woes and courage and valiance in danger.
The Krëio-köbze Forest is overseen by Potentate Oheia Medandranan Glaealo, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 36% of the population self-report as devout. The Krëio-köbze 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 Krëio-köbze Forest has an Imperial Development Index of 11. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 11 means there are 11 locations within the Krëio-köbze Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Krëio-köbze Forest is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Krëio-köbze Forest are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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