The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands (/nrul/ /ˈhokfɛ/ Sushi [seaweed] [shrimp]) are a group of subtropical woodland on the coast of the Wijee Lowlands region. The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are well known for being home to remarkably few animals.
The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands has a yearly average temperature of 6°C (42°F), with its average temperature during the summer being an icy 24°C (75°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cold -12°C (11°F). The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands receives an average of 150 cm/y (59 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands covers an area of nearly 18492 km2 (11492 mi2), and an average elevation of 4097 m (13441 ft) above sea level.
The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are home to a modest number of species with their population figures far below average for a subtropical woodland, and a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical woodland. The keystone species of Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are as follows:
The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands, 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 Nrul-hokfë 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 Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are home to 517986 people. They break down into the following demographics: 50% Wood Elves, 11% Kitsune, 16% Fae, 8% Iron Elves, 7% Imperial, 6% Grey Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are's peoples are culturally Wood Elven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include vengeance and execution of just vendettas and honor and maintaining one’s integrity, as well as a unique autumn festival and a theater festival.
The Wood Elf subculture native to the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on purging evil and expelling the wicked and magical prowess and occult ability.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on magical prowess and occult ability and excellence in one’s profession or trade.
The Fae subculture native to the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on courage and valiance in danger and eloquence and social expertise.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on justice and fairness between people and sexual license and wantonness.
The Imperial subculture native to the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on submission to the collective will or culture and seeking fortune in new places or new roles.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure and conquest and domination of others.
The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are overseen by Potentate Dinja Clídnantus Alenn, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 38% of the population self-report as devout. The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands is considered underserved by the divines despite shrines in all settled areas.
The Nrul-hokfë Woodlands has an Imperial Development Index of 21. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 21 means there are 21 locations within the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands is rated I2 by Eyoms banks. Business ventures within the Nrul-hokfë Woodlands are expected to return above capitol with some volatility.
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