The Stonehill Woods (/ˈstoʊnˌhɪl/ /wʊdz/ Stonehill [Translation Unavailable]) are a group of subtropical woods on the coast of the Endless Peaks region. Stonehill Woods are a relatively typical woods for Endless Peaks, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Stonehill Woods has a yearly average temperature of 32°C (89°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a blistering 36°C (96°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a warm 27°C (80°F). The Stonehill Woods receives an average of 66 cm/y (25 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Stonehill Woods covers an area of nearly 12314 km2 (7653 mi2), and an average elevation of 16729 m (11935 ft) above sea level.
The Stonehill Woods are home to the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical woods, and the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical woods. The keystone species of Stonehill Woods are as follows:
The Stonehill Woods 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 Stonehill 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 Stonehill Woods are home to 220237 people. They break down into the following demographics: 60% Dwarves, 17% Fae, 8% Fae, 8% Fae, 5% Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Stonehill Woods are's peoples are culturally Dwarven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include personal development and limit-pushing and exploring the unknown and discovering secrets, as well as a unique literary festival and a theater festival.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Stonehill Woods are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on excellence in one’s profession or trade and individual rights and freedom of action.
The Fae subculture native to the Stonehill Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on ethnic membership. They also place greater cultural emphasus on cunning and the ability to trick others and personal development and limit-pushing.
The Sylvian subculture native to the Stonehill Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on identity based on their local community. They also place greater cultural emphasus on remembrance of the past and memorializing history and piety and devotion to the gods.
The Quenn subculture native to the Stonehill Woods are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on ethnic membership. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and ethnic purity of blood and culture.
The Elf subculture native to the Stonehill Woods are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf 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 restoring some real or imagined glorious past and industry and the ability to work tirelessly.
The Stonehill Woods are overseen by Potentate Qhuzphy Aglaeant Lóegaire, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 18% of the population self-report as devout. The Stonehill 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 Stonehill Woods has an Imperial Development Index of 20. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 20 means there are 20 locations within the Stonehill Woods which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Stonehill Woods is rated I2 by Eyoms banks. Business ventures within the Stonehill Woods are expected to return above capitol with some volatility.
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