The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest (/zmurl eˈplə˞rd/ Vïtáisthigh [Proper Noun (name of person)] [thigh]) is a subtropical forest on the coast of the Endless Peaks region. Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest is a relatively typical forest for Endless Peaks, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest has a yearly average temperature of 30°C (86°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a blistering 34°C (93°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a warm 27°C (80°F). The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest receives an average of 261 cm/y (102 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest covers an area of nearly 8346 km2 (5187 mi2), and an average elevation of 14225 m (3720 ft) above sea level.
The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest is home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical forest, and the average number of species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical forest. The keystone species of Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest are as follows:
The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest has an MDI of 7, as such it has been classified as Hazardous by Imperial insurance adjusters. Monster insurance fees are set to deter civilian settlement, bounty payouts are correspondingly lucrative. Travelers are advised to go heavily armed and travel strictly by established routes. If travel requires leaving an established route, the services of a local guide and mercenaries are highly recommended.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest 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 Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest is home to 251222 people. They break down into the following demographics: 61% Dwarves, 24% Wareneese, 9% Tanuki, 4% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest is's peoples are culturally Dwarven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include ethnic purity of blood and culture and excellence in one’s profession or trade, as well as a unique fire festival and a sun festival.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on excellence in one’s profession or trade and harmony with nature and existing life.
The Rattu subculture native to the Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest 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 significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit and honor and maintaining one’s integrity.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest 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 impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on industry and the ability to work tirelessly and personal development and limit-pushing.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on sharing wealth and goods with others and aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture.
The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest is overseen by Potentate Eraura Alenthniu Ælfstandra, a god serving within Labdsism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 27% of the population self-report as devout. The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest has an Imperial Development Index of 8. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 8 means there are 8 locations within the Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Vïtái-zmurl Eplárd Forest are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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