The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands (/ˈz̚aqu/ /z̚oˈmoho/ Cute Buffalo [buffalo] [cute]) are a group of temperate woodland within the temperate deciduous forest of the Shimmering Spires region. Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are a relatively typical woodland for Shimmering Spires, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands has a yearly average temperature of 24°C (75°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 26°C (78°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant 21°C (69°F). The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands receives an average of 134 cm/y (52 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands covers an area of nearly 14886 km2 (9251 mi2), and an average elevation of 4567 m (14983 ft) above sea level.
The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are home to the average number of species with their population figures matching the average for a temperate woodland, and a large number of different species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a temperate woodland. The keystone species of Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are as follows:
The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands, 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 Z̄aquz̄omoho 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 Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are home to 506320 people. They break down into the following demographics: 58% Iron Elves, 24% Wareneese, 3% Hobgoblins, 5% Imperial, 8% Kobold, and ~2% Other.
The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are's peoples are culturally Wood Elven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include honesty and truthfulness in speech and membership in an elite bloodline or caste, as well as a unique spring festival and a religious festival.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of role or class-specific clothing items and base their sence of individual idenity on professional guild or trade-specific group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on pacifism and peaceful resolution of problems and loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own.
The Rattu subculture native to the Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron Elf 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 piety and devotion to the gods and submission to lawful authority.
The Hobgoblin subculture native to the Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron 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 having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure.
The Imperial subculture native to the Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron 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 patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on conquest and domination of others and membership in an elite bloodline or caste.
The Kobold subculture native to the Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Iron Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on courage and valiance in danger and unity and elimination of group differences.
The Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are overseen by Potentate Xerena Andraidelm Oento, a god serving within The Council of Twelve, the region's principal religion. Approximately 31% of the population self-report as devout. The Z̄aquz̄omoho 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 Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands has an Imperial Development Index of 37. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 37 means there are 37 locations within the Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Z̄aquz̄omoho Woodlands are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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