The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands (/ˈnomi̽k/ /ˈhi̽gwod/ Littlesail [young] [navy]) are a group of subtropical woodland within the temperate rainforest of the Salt Warrens region. Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands are a relatively typical woodland for Salt Warrens, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands has a yearly average temperature of 14°C (57°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 1°C (33°F). The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands receives an average of 299 cm/y (117 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands covers an area of nearly 15474 km2 (9617 mi2), and an average elevation of 2799 m (9183 ft) above sea level.
The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands are home to a modest number of species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical woodland, and a large number of different species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical woodland. The keystone species of Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands are as follows:
The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands are home to 378890 people. They break down into the following demographics: 55% Wareneese, 10% Kitsune, 19% Fae, 1% Fae, 5% Grey Elf, 7% Grey Elf, 1% Imperial, and ~2% Other.
The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands are's peoples are culturally Wareneese, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include cunning and the ability to trick others and piety and devotion to the gods, as well as a unique harvest festival and a food festival.
The Wareneese subculture native to the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 color choices with social meaning to them and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on unity and elimination of group differences and prosperity and accruing material wealth.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on honesty and truthfulness in speech and ethnic purity of blood and culture.
The Fae subculture native to the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on cunning and the ability to trick others and sexual license and wantonness.
The Fae subculture native to the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on hardiness and endurance before woes and vengeance and execution of just vendettas.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on prosperity and accruing material wealth and magical prowess and occult ability.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 professional guild or trade-specific group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on excellence in one’s profession or trade and aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture.
The Imperial subculture native to the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands 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 significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on pacifism and peaceful resolution of problems and purging evil and expelling the wicked.
The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands are overseen by Potentate Titarr Ponchobar Sartha, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 25% of the population self-report as devout. The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands has an Imperial Development Index of 33. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 33 means there are 33 locations within the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands is rated C2 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Nomi̽k Hi̽gwod Woodlands are expected to return market rate with some volatility.
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