The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe (/ˈæpɨ/ /ˈcæpɪ/ Preachersfolley [cheap] [faith]) is a subtropical steppe within the glacier of the Diamond Basin region. Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe is a relatively typical steppe for Diamond Basin, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe has a yearly average temperature of 28°C (82°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a hot 31°C (87°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant 24°C (75°F). The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe receives an average of 67 cm/y (26 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe covers an area of nearly 10908 km2 (6779 mi2), and an average elevation of 4906 m (16095 ft) above sea level.
The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe is home to the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical steppe, and a modest number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical steppe. The keystone species of Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe are as follows:
The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe has an MDI of 4, which puts it into the high risk category for Eyom. Monster insurance fees are accordingly elevated, as are bounty payouts. Travelers are advised to carry weapons on their person at all times and stick to established routes. If travel requires leaving an established route, the services of a local guide are highly recommended.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe 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 Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe is home to 78487 people. They break down into the following demographics: 67% Tanuki, 18% Tanuki, 5% Elf, 5% Kivu, 3% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe is's peoples are culturally Z̚oman, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include conquest and domination of others and filial devotion to family and parents, as well as a unique harvest festival and a summer festival.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on discipline and obedience to the law and pacifism and peaceful resolution of problems.
The Sylvian subculture native to the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and sharing wealth and goods with others.
The Elf subculture native to the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on humanistic reason and “rational” religion and subtlety and indirectness of action.
The Kivu subculture native to the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on sexual license and wantonness and aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on scheming subtly against enemies or rivals and education and knowledge-seeking.
The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe is overseen by Potentate Unlotl Medoroneias Groditea, a god serving within Labdsism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 39% of the population self-report as devout. The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe has an Imperial Development Index of 12. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 12 means there are 12 locations within the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Æpì Cæpǐ Steppe are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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