The Vri̽ze Ir Basin (/ˈvri̽ze/ /ir/ Fairpocket [aesthetic] [magnet]) is a temperate basin within the wetland of the Yastan Peninsula region. The Vri̽ze Ir Basin is the political heartlands of the City-state of Yastas, as well as the coldest basin in all of Eyom.
The Vri̽ze Ir Basin has a yearly average temperature of 0°C (32°F), with its average temperature during the summer being an icy 22°C (71°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a freezing -23°C (-9°F). The Vri̽ze Ir Basin receives an average of 196 cm/y (77 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Vri̽ze Ir Basin covers an area of nearly 16399 km2 (10192 mi2), and an average elevation of 5944 m (19501 ft) above sea level.
The Vri̽ze Ir Basin is home to a large number of different species with their population figures far below average for a temperate basin, and a modest number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a temperate basin. The keystone species of Vri̽ze Ir Basin are as follows:
The Vri̽ze Ir Basin 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 Vri̽ze Ir Basin. If travel through the Vri̽ze Ir Basin 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 Vri̽ze Ir Basin 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 Vri̽ze Ir Basin is home to 3476333 people. They break down into the following demographics: 68% Gnolls, 15% Kitsune, 2% Gnolls, 8% Imperial, 5% Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Vri̽ze Ir Basin is's peoples are culturally Gnollish, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture and exploring the unknown and discovering secrets, as well as a unique storytelling festival and a wine festival.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Vri̽ze Ir Basin 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 having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on conquest and domination of others and subtlety and indirectness of action.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Vri̽ze Ir Basin 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 numerous castes of hereditary workers. They also place greater cultural emphasus on excellence in one’s profession or trade and scheming subtly against enemies or rivals.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Vri̽ze Ir Basin 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 culturally-significant jewelry or accessories 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 prosperity and accruing material wealth.
The Imperial subculture native to the Vri̽ze Ir Basin 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 identity based on their local community. They also place greater cultural emphasus on faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends and scheming subtly against enemies or rivals.
The Elf subculture native to the Vri̽ze Ir Basin 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 intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on sharing wealth and goods with others and leadership and charisma in the group.
The Vri̽ze Ir Basin is overseen by Potentate Dhynstus Walthnis Gwald, a god serving within The Council of Twelve, the region's principal religion. Approximately 58% of the population self-report as devout. The Vri̽ze Ir Basin is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Vri̽ze Ir Basin has an Imperial Development Index of 38. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 38 means there are 38 locations within the Vri̽ze Ir Basin which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Vri̽ze Ir Basin is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Vri̽ze Ir Basin are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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