The Z̄asunele Savannah (/ˈz̚asu/ /ˈnele/ Tinkersteed [mule] [mobile; portable]) is a subtropical savanna within the wetland of the Stalfijord region. Z̄asunele Savannah is a relatively typical savanna for Stalfijord, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Z̄asunele Savannah has a yearly average temperature of 14°C (57°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a cool 19°C (66°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cold 10°C (50°F). The Z̄asunele Savannah receives an average of 209 cm/y (82 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Z̄asunele Savannah covers an area of nearly 8921 km2 (5544 mi2), and an average elevation of 2637 m (8651 ft) above sea level.
The Z̄asunele Savannah is home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical savanna, and a large number of different species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical savanna. The keystone species of Z̄asunele Savannah are as follows:
The Z̄asunele Savannah 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 Z̄asunele Savannah 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 Z̄asunele Savannah is home to 77605 people. They break down into the following demographics: 69% Gnolls, 15% Dwarves, 1% Iron Elves, 6% Kobold, 6% Kobold, 1% Kobold, and ~2% Other.
The Z̄asunele Savannah is's peoples are culturally Gnollish, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include vengeance and execution of just vendettas and unity and elimination of group differences, as well as a unique folk festival and a history festival.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Z̄asunele Savannah 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 voluntary mutual-assistance brotherhoods. They also place greater cultural emphasus on submission to the collective will or culture and prosperity and accruing material wealth.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Z̄asunele Savannah are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. 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 warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on membership in an elite bloodline or caste and honor and maintaining one’s integrity.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Z̄asunele Savannah 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 ethnic membership. They also place greater cultural emphasus on beauty and seductive charm and personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes.
The Kobold subculture native to the Z̄asunele Savannah 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 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 piety and devotion to the gods and faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends.
The Quenn subculture native to the Z̄asunele Savannah 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 painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on numerous castes of hereditary workers. They also place greater cultural emphasus on pacifism and peaceful resolution of problems and vengeance and execution of just vendettas.
The Quenn subculture native to the Z̄asunele Savannah are noticably same height and weight as the 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 ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on honor and maintaining one’s integrity and submission to lawful authority.
The Z̄asunele Savannah is overseen by Potentate Aotl Sion Ætheus, a god serving within The Council of Twelve, the region's principal religion. Approximately 21% of the population self-report as devout. The Z̄asunele Savannah is considered underserved by the divines despite shrines in all settled areas.
The Z̄asunele Savannah 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 Z̄asunele Savannah which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Z̄asunele Savannah is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Z̄asunele Savannah are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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