Sjevíhdus Forest

Sjevíhdus Forest

Sjevíhdus Forest
Example forest terrain
Area8344 km2 (5185 mi2)
Average Yearly Temp15°C (59°F)
Average Elevation1447 m (4747 ft)
Average Yearly Precipitation281 cm/y (110 in/y)
Population60546
Rural Pop56369
Urban Pop4177
MDI2
Naming
Native nameSjevíhdus Forest
PronunciationSjevíh /dus/
Direct Translation[Proper Noun (name of person)] [taxi; cab]
TranslationSjevíh's Cart Forest

The Sjevíhdus Forest (Sjevíh /dus/ Sjevíh's Cart [Proper Noun (name of person)] [taxi; cab]) is a temperate forest within the temperate rainforest of the Riverpack Coast region. Sjevíhdus Forest is a relatively typical forest for Riverpack Coast, as well as Eyom as a whole.

Climate

The Sjevíhdus Forest has a yearly average temperature of 15°C (59°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 29°C (84°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cold 2°C (35°F). The Sjevíhdus Forest receives an average of 281 cm/y (110 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Sjevíhdus Forest covers an area of nearly 8344 km2 (5185 mi2), and an average elevation of 1447 m (4747 ft) above sea level.

Flora and Fauna

The Sjevíhdus Forest is home to the average number of species with their population figures typically above average for a temperate forest, and a large number of different species with their population figures matching the average for a temperate forest. The keystone species of Sjevíhdus Forest are as follows:




Monstrous Creatures

The Sjevíhdus Forest 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 Sjevíhdus Forest 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 Sjevíhdus Forest is home to 60546 people. They break down into the following demographics: 61% Gnolls, 23% Hobgoblins, 1% Gnolls, 6% Elf, 6% Elf, 1% Kivu, and ~2% Other.

The Sjevíhdus Forest is's peoples are culturally Gnollish, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include membership in an elite bloodline or caste and personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes, as well as a unique music festival and a food festival.

Gnoll

The Gnoll subculture native to the Sjevíhdus 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 color choices with social meaning to them and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and restoring some real or imagined glorious past.

Hobgoblin

The Hobgoblin subculture native to the Sjevíhdus Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Gnoll 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 ethnic purity of blood and culture and personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure.

Gnoll

The Gnoll subculture native to the Sjevíhdus Forest are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Gnoll culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on voluntary mutual-assistance brotherhoods. They also place greater cultural emphasus on submission to the collective will or culture and industry and the ability to work tirelessly.

Elf

The Elf subculture native to the Sjevíhdus 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 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 raw strength and personal prowess and social progress toward some eventual utopia.

Quenn

The Quenn subculture native to the Sjevíhdus 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 color choices with social meaning to them and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on membership in an elite bloodline or caste and seeking fortune in new places or new roles.

Kivu

The Kivu subculture native to the Sjevíhdus 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 intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on lineages based on ancient hero-ancestors. They also place greater cultural emphasus on cunning and the ability to trick others and excellence in one’s profession or trade.

Local Religion

The Sjevíhdus Forest is overseen by Potentate Rummos Muidera Eadwulfric, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 55% of the population self-report as devout. The Sjevíhdus Forest is considered underserved by the divines despite shrines in all settled areas.

Settlements and Economy

Sjevíhdus Forest is noteworthy for its economic independence from Riverpack Coast's export of Steel. Sjevíhdus Forest is particularly renound for its steel industry. It is also has a noteworthy innovation industry.

The Sjevíhdus Forest 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 Sjevíhdus Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..

As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Sjevíhdus Forest is rated C2 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Sjevíhdus Forest are expected to return market rate with some volatility.



History

History

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