The Utopùfàlnù Steppe (Utopù /ˈfəlnʊ/ Utopùsfarm [Proper Noun (name of person)] [cabbage]) is a subtropical steppe on the coast of the Orchard Garden region. Utopùfàlnù Steppe is a relatively typical steppe for Orchard Garden, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Utopùfàlnù Steppe has a yearly average temperature of 15°C (59°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 3°C (37°F). The Utopùfàlnù Steppe receives an average of 72 cm/y (28 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Utopùfàlnù Steppe covers an area of nearly 9173 km2 (5701 mi2), and an average elevation of 3165 m (10383 ft) above sea level.
The Utopùfàlnù Steppe is home to a large number of different species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical steppe, and a large number of different species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical steppe. The keystone species of Utopùfàlnù Steppe are as follows:
The Utopùfàlnù Steppe has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Utopùfàlnù Steppe, 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 Utopùfàlnù Steppe 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 Utopùfàlnù Steppe is home to 362140 people. They break down into the following demographics: 60% Goblins, 12% Kitsune, 13% Goblins, 5% Tanuki, 5% Imperial, 3% Kivu, and ~2% Other.
The Utopùfàlnù Steppe is's peoples are culturally Goblin, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include submission to the collective will or culture and harmony with nature and existing life, as well as a unique food festival and a spring festival.
The Goblin subculture native to the Utopùfàlnù Steppe are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin 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 trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on beauty and seductive charm and hardiness and endurance before woes.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Utopùfàlnù Steppe are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on excellence in one’s profession or trade and courage and valiance in danger.
The Goblin subculture native to the Utopùfàlnù Steppe are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on sexual license and wantonness and filial devotion to family and parents.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Utopùfàlnù Steppe are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders and honor and maintaining one’s integrity.
The Imperial subculture native to the Utopùfàlnù Steppe are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes and exploring the unknown and discovering secrets.
The Kivu subculture native to the Utopùfàlnù Steppe are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on lineages based on ancient hero-ancestors. They also place greater cultural emphasus on industry and the ability to work tirelessly and justice and fairness between people.
The Utopùfàlnù Steppe is overseen by Potentate Xila Simoklent Mentor, a god serving within Labdsism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 50% of the population self-report as devout. The Utopùfàlnù Steppe is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Utopùfàlnù Steppe has an Imperial Development Index of 43. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 43 means there are 43 locations within the Utopùfàlnù Steppe which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Utopùfàlnù Steppe is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Utopùfàlnù Steppe are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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