The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands (/we̜z/ /ˈse̜i/ Pants [garment] [tense]) are a group of subtropical woodland on the coast of the Pantza region. The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are well known for being largely barren of plant life.
The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands has a yearly average temperature of 7°C (44°F), with its average temperature during the summer being an icy 26°C (78°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a warm -11°C (13°F). The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands receives an average of 310 cm/y (122 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands covers an area of nearly 15846 km2 (9848 mi2), and an average elevation of 3716 m (12191 ft) above sea level.
The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are home to a modest number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical woodland, and a large number of different species with their population figures far below average for a subtropical woodland. The keystone species of We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are as follows:
The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands has an MDI of 3, the average for Eyom. Monster insurance fees are thus typical, as are bounty payouts. Travelers are advised to be armed at all times.
The most common monstrous creatures within the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands 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 We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are home to 1461039 people. They break down into the following demographics: 55% Wood Elves, 21% Kitsune, 9% Dwarves, 9% Grey Elf, 4% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are's peoples are culturally Wood Elven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include sexual license and wantonness and honor and maintaining one’s integrity, as well as a unique summer festival and a harvest festival.
The Wood Elf subculture native to the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands 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 socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on numerous castes of hereditary workers. They also place greater cultural emphasus on industry and the ability to work tirelessly and excellence in one’s profession or trade.
The Kitsune subculture native to the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on social progress toward some eventual utopia and loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own.
The Dwarf subculture native to the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands 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 ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and purging evil and expelling the wicked.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf 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 astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and unity and elimination of group differences.
The Tanuki subculture native to the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on justice and fairness between people and individual rights and freedom of action.
The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are overseen by Potentate Denera Aponchus Perht, a god serving within Tol's Children, the region's principal religion. Approximately 22% of the population self-report as devout. The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The We̜z-se̜i Woodlands has an Imperial Development Index of 11. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 11 means there are 11 locations within the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the We̜z-se̜i Woodlands are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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