The Kshizfa Woods (Kshiz /fa/ Kshizskin [Proper Noun (name of person)] [blood; family (related by blood)]) are a group of subtropical woods on the coast of the Salt Warrens region. Kshizfa Woods are a relatively typical woods for Salt Warrens, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Kshizfa Woods has a yearly average temperature of 18°C (64°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 27°C (80°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cold 10°C (50°F). The Kshizfa Woods receives an average of 298 cm/y (117 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. The Kshizfa Woods covers an area of nearly 11298 km2 (7021 mi2), and an average elevation of 3491 m (11453 ft) above sea level.
The Kshizfa Woods are home to a modest number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical woods, and a large number of different species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical woods. The keystone species of Kshizfa Woods are as follows:
The Kshizfa Woods has an MDI of 3, the average for Eyom. Monster insurance fees are thus typical, as are bounty payouts. Travelers are advised to be armed at all times.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Kshizfa 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 Kshizfa Woods are home to 116593 people. They break down into the following demographics: 56% Wareneese, 13% Taurans, 16% Gnolls, 9% Elf, 4% Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Kshizfa Woods are's peoples are culturally Wareneese, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include raw strength and personal prowess and personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes, as well as a unique history festival and a literary festival.
The Wareneese subculture native to the Kshizfa Woods are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture and pacifism and peaceful resolution of problems.
The Tauran subculture native to the Kshizfa Woods are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on industry and the ability to work tirelessly and membership in an elite bloodline or caste.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Kshizfa Woods are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on harmony with nature and existing life and submission to lawful authority.
The Elf subculture native to the Kshizfa Woods are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese 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 voluntary mutual-assistance brotherhoods. They also place greater cultural emphasus on aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture and leadership and charisma in the group.
The Elf subculture native to the Kshizfa Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on unity and elimination of group differences and faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends.
The Kshizfa Woods are overseen by Potentate Alotl Maponwy Koromerseus, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 45% of the population self-report as devout. The Kshizfa 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 Kshizfa Woods has an Imperial Development Index of 18. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 18 means there are 18 locations within the Kshizfa Woods which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Kshizfa Woods is rated I2 by Eyoms banks. Business ventures within the Kshizfa Woods are expected to return above capitol with some volatility.
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