The Ádi-äké Forest (/ə˞ˈdi/ /ɑx/ Unicorn [true] [lesbian]) is a temperate forest within the temperate rainforest of the Palebay region. Ádi-äké Forest is a relatively typical forest for Palebay, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Ádi-äké Forest has a yearly average temperature of 26°C (78°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 30°C (86°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant 22°C (71°F). The Ádi-äké Forest receives an average of 271 cm/y (106 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. The Ádi-äké Forest covers an area of nearly 17189 km2 (10683 mi2), and an average elevation of 3216 m (10551 ft) above sea level.
The Ádi-äké Forest is home to a large number of different species with their population figures well above average for a temperate forest, and a modest number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a temperate forest. The keystone species of Ádi-äké Forest are as follows:
The Ádi-äké Forest 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 Ádi-äké Forest 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 Ádi-äké Forest is home to 371103 people. They break down into the following demographics: 69% Dwarves, 11% Kitsune, 5% Gnolls, 7% Kobold, 6% Imperial, and ~2% Other.
The Ádi-äké Forest is's peoples are culturally Dwarven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include conquest and domination of others and sharing wealth and goods with others, as well as a unique spirit festival and a theater festival.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Ádi-äké Forest are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on prosperity and accruing material wealth and unity and elimination of group differences.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Ádi-äké Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on exploring the unknown and discovering secrets and remembrance of the past and memorializing history.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Ádi-äké Forest are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal indulgence and luxuriant pleasure and harmony with nature and existing life.
The Kobold subculture native to the Ádi-äké Forest are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on membership in an elite bloodline or caste and loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own.
The Imperial subculture native to the Ádi-äké Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Dwarf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes and unity and elimination of group differences.
The Ádi-äké Forest is overseen by Potentate Chaxorr Medoros Menthos, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 34% of the population self-report as devout. The Ádi-äké Forest is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Ádi-äké Forest has an Imperial Development Index of 32. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 32 means there are 32 locations within the Ádi-äké Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Ádi-äké Forest is rated C2 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Ádi-äké Forest are expected to return market rate with some volatility.
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