The Vrōqüe-moz Holt (/vroːq˔/ /moz/ Tarantula [desk] [spider]) is a subtropical holt on the coast of the Torpenvale region. Vrōqüe-moz Holt is a relatively typical holt for Torpenvale, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Vrōqüe-moz Holt has a yearly average temperature of 8°C (46°F), with its average temperature during the summer being an icy 26°C (78°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant -11°C (13°F). The Vrōqüe-moz Holt receives an average of 159 cm/y (62 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Vrōqüe-moz Holt covers an area of nearly 30592 km2 (19013 mi2), and an average elevation of 3866 m (12683 ft) above sea level.
The Vrōqüe-moz Holt is home to a modest number of species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical holt, and a modest number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical holt. The keystone species of Vrōqüe-moz Holt are as follows:
The Vrōqüe-moz Holt has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Vrōqüe-moz Holt, 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 Vrōqüe-moz Holt 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 Vrōqüe-moz Holt is home to 1052565 people. They break down into the following demographics: 57% Wood Elves, 18% Iron Elves, 10% Hobgoblins, 8% Tanuki, 5% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The Vrōqüe-moz Holt is's peoples are culturally Wood Elven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include humanistic reason and “rational” religion and magical prowess and occult ability, as well as a unique summer festival and a food festival.
The Wood Elf subculture native to the Vrōqüe-moz Holt 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 significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on sharing wealth and goods with others and building things in service of their posterity.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Vrōqüe-moz Holt 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 painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on dominating and possessing other people and justice and fairness between people.
The Hobgoblin subculture native to the Vrōqüe-moz Holt 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 intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on identity based on their local community. They also place greater cultural emphasus on vengeance and execution of just vendettas and industry and the ability to work tirelessly.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Vrōqüe-moz Holt 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 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 exploring the unknown and discovering secrets and raw strength and personal prowess.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Vrōqüe-moz Holt 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 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 dominating and possessing other people and personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure.
The Vrōqüe-moz Holt is overseen by Potentate Mogenar Ponwyllotus Xanditan, a god serving within Labdsism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 57% of the population self-report as devout. The Vrōqüe-moz Holt is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Vrōqüe-moz Holt has an Imperial Development Index of 25. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 25 means there are 25 locations within the Vrōqüe-moz Holt which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Vrōqüe-moz Holt is rated I1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Vrōqüe-moz Holt are expected to return above capitol at low risk.
History
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