Kuw Whe̜m Woods

Kuw Whe̜m Woods

Kuw Whe̜m Woods
Example woods terrain
Area16733 km2 (10399 mi2)
Average Yearly Temp11°C (51°F)
Average Elevation6145 m (20160 ft)
Average Yearly Precipitation277 cm/y (109 in/y)
Population367311
Rural Pop106212
Urban Pop261099
MDI1
Naming
Native nameKuw Whe̜m Woods
Pronunciation/kuw/ /whe̜m/
Direct Translation[sudden; abrupt; swift] [continent]
TranslationSurginglands Woods

The Kuw Whe̜m Woods (/kuw/ /whe̜m/ Surginglands [sudden; abrupt; swift] [continent]) are a group of subtropical woods on the coast of the Foxvale region. The Kuw Whe̜m Woods are the cultural homeland of the Kitsune.

Climate

The Kuw Whe̜m Woods has a yearly average temperature of 11°C (51°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a pleasant 23°C (73°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a freezing -2°C (29°F). The Kuw Whe̜m Woods receives an average of 277 cm/y (109 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Kuw Whe̜m Woods covers an area of nearly 16733 km2 (10399 mi2), and an average elevation of 6145 m (20160 ft) above sea level.

Flora and Fauna

The Kuw Whe̜m Woods are home to the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical woods, and a modest number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical woods. The keystone species of Kuw Whe̜m Woods are as follows:



Monstrous Creatures

The Kuw Whe̜m Woods has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Kuw Whe̜m Woods, 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 Kuw Whe̜m Woods are:



People and Culture

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 Kuw Whe̜m Woods are home to 367311 people. They break down into the following demographics: 63% Wareneese, 21% Kitsune, 1% Fae, 9% Tanuki, 4% Grey Elf, and ~2% Other.

The Kuw Whe̜m Woods are's peoples are culturally Wareneese, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include dominating and possessing other people and piety and devotion to the gods, as well as a unique rain festival and a storytelling festival.

Wareneese

The Wareneese subculture native to the Kuw Whe̜m 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 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 seeking fortune in new places or new roles and courage and valiance in danger.

Kitsune

The Kitsune subculture native to the Kuw Whe̜m Woods are noticably much bigger and bulkier than 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 trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on raw strength and personal prowess and industry and the ability to work tirelessly.

Fae

The Fae subculture native to the Kuw Whe̜m 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on professional guild or trade-specific group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on dominating and possessing other people and magical prowess and occult ability.

Tanuki

The Tanuki subculture native to the Kuw Whe̜m 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 trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on hardiness and endurance before woes and eloquence and social expertise.

Grey Elf

The Grey Elf subculture native to the Kuw Whe̜m 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 worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes and personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure.

Local Religion

The Kuw Whe̜m Woods are overseen by Potentate Budum Korawl Eadwalia, a god serving within Fawresm, the region's principal religion. Approximately 18% of the population self-report as devout. The Kuw Whe̜m Woods is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.

Settlements and Economy

Kuw Whe̜m Woods is noteworthy for its economic independence from Foxvale's export of Steel. Kuw Whe̜m Woods is particularly renound for its paper industry. It is also has a noteworthy mining industry.

The Kuw Whe̜m Woods has an Imperial Development Index of 27. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 27 means there are 27 locations within the Kuw Whe̜m Woods which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..

As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Kuw Whe̜m Woods is rated I1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Kuw Whe̜m Woods are expected to return above capitol at low risk.



History

History

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