The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands (/sjun/ /zde̜w/ Freespeech [opinion] [section; compartment]) are a group of subtropical grassland on the coast of the Timberlund region. Syun-zde̜w Grasslands are a relatively typical grassland for Timberlund, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands has a yearly average temperature of 8°C (46°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a pleasant 25°C (77°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a freezing -8°C (18°F). The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands receives an average of 148 cm/y (58 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands covers an area of nearly 13934 km2 (8660 mi2), and an average elevation of 4369 m (14333 ft) above sea level.
The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands are home to a modest number of species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical grassland, and a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical grassland. The keystone species of Syun-zde̜w Grasslands are as follows:
The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands has an MDI of 0, as such Imperial Assets are advised to relocate to safer zones. Insurance against monster attacks is not offered. Bounties for slain monsters are not provided via any formal arrangements, though imperial agents may provide this service at their discretion. Travelers are advised to avoid the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands. If travel through the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands cannot be avoided, travelers are advised to be heavily armed at all times, and travel by the most expedient route and method of transportation available.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands 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 Syun-zde̜w Grasslands are home to 503685 people. They break down into the following demographics: 62% Wood Elves, 21% Fae, 2% Taurans, 5% Tanuki, 8% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands are's peoples are culturally Wood Elven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include hardiness and endurance before woes and seeking fortune in new places or new roles, as well as a unique spring festival and a theater festival.
The Wood Elf subculture native to the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands 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 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 personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes and vengeance and execution of just vendettas.
The Fae subculture native to the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit and sharing wealth and goods with others.
The Tauran subculture native to the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands 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 worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on purging evil and expelling the wicked and societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands 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 impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on lineages based on ancient hero-ancestors. They also place greater cultural emphasus on prosperity and accruing material wealth and honesty and truthfulness in speech.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands 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 culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on education and knowledge-seeking and membership in an elite bloodline or caste.
The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands are overseen by Potentate Ulios Osgaider Eassa, a god serving within Covenant of Irus, the region's principal religion. Approximately 36% of the population self-report as devout. The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Syun-zde̜w Grasslands has an Imperial Development Index of 30. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 30 means there are 30 locations within the Syun-zde̜w Grasslands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Kì Zìb Forest is rated I2 by Eyoms banks. Business ventures within the Kì Zìb Forest are expected to return above capitol with some volatility.
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