The Vra-fyoz Grasslands (/vra/ /fjoz/ Pride [gender] [coral]) are a group of temperate grassland within the temperate rainforest of the Gnashed Coast region. The Vra-fyoz Grasslands are the political heartlands of the City-state of Tano.
The Vra-fyoz Grasslands has a yearly average temperature of 10°C (50°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a pleasant 23°C (73°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a freezing -3°C (27°F). The Vra-fyoz Grasslands receives an average of 283 cm/y (111 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Vra-fyoz Grasslands covers an area of nearly 16894 km2 (10499 mi2), and an average elevation of 2085 m (6840 ft) above sea level.
The Vra-fyoz Grasslands are home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a temperate grassland, and a large number of different species with their population figures far below average for a temperate grassland. The keystone species of Vra-fyoz Grasslands are as follows:
The Vra-fyoz Grasslands 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 Vra-fyoz 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 Vra-fyoz Grasslands are home to 3448117 people. They break down into the following demographics: 53% Gnolls, 27% Wareneese, 5% Fae, 7% Tanuki, 5% Imperial, 1% Grey Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Vra-fyoz Grasslands are's peoples are culturally Gnollish, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include purging evil and expelling the wicked and individual rights and freedom of action, as well as a unique relic festival and a autumn festival.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Vra-fyoz Grasslands 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 socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on professional guild or trade-specific group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure and submission to the collective will or culture.
The Rattu subculture native to the Vra-fyoz Grasslands 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 dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit and education and knowledge-seeking.
The Fae subculture native to the Vra-fyoz Grasslands 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 having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on submission to lawful authority and scheming subtly against enemies or rivals.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Vra-fyoz Grasslands 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 patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on conquest and domination of others and seeking fortune in new places or new roles.
The Imperial subculture native to the Vra-fyoz Grasslands 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 significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on individual rights and freedom of action and beauty and seductive charm.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Vra-fyoz Grasslands 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on restoring some real or imagined glorious past and magical prowess and occult ability.
The Vra-fyoz Grasslands are overseen by Potentate Denera Leopto Aphaliassan, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 31% of the population self-report as devout. The Vra-fyoz 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 Vra-fyoz Grasslands has an Imperial Development Index of 40. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 40 means there are 40 locations within the Vra-fyoz Grasslands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Vra-fyoz Grasslands is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Vra-fyoz Grasslands are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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