The Ánjä-tusk Holt (/ə˞ˈnjɑ/ /tusk/ Kinderheim [young] [compassion; sympathy]) is a subtropical holt on the coast of the Fractal Range region. Ánjä-tusk Holt is a relatively typical holt for Fractal Range, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Ánjä-tusk Holt has a yearly average temperature of 24°C (75°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 27°C (80°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant 21°C (69°F). The Ánjä-tusk Holt receives an average of 68 cm/y (26 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Ánjä-tusk Holt covers an area of nearly 7995 km2 (4968 mi2), and an average elevation of 6690 m (-21000 ft) above sea level.
The Ánjä-tusk Holt is home to a modest number of species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical holt, and a modest number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical holt. The keystone species of Ánjä-tusk Holt are as follows:
The Ánjä-tusk Holt 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 Ánjä-tusk Holt 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 Ánjä-tusk Holt is home to 202595 people. They break down into the following demographics: 60% Sylvin, 15% Sylvin, 10% Gnolls, 7% Imperial, 6% Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Ánjä-tusk Holt is's peoples are culturally Sylvanian, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include leadership and charisma in the group and exploring the unknown and discovering secrets, as well as a unique theater festival and a wine festival.
The Sylvin subculture native to the Ánjä-tusk Holt are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and cunning and the ability to trick others.
The Sylvian subculture native to the Ánjä-tusk Holt are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on excellence in one’s profession or trade and seeking fortune in new places or new roles.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Ánjä-tusk Holt are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends and discipline and obedience to the law.
The Imperial subculture native to the Ánjä-tusk Holt are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on harmony with nature and existing life and sexual license and wantonness.
The Elf subculture native to the Ánjä-tusk Holt are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Sylvin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on remembrance of the past and memorializing history and filial devotion to family and parents.
The Ánjä-tusk Holt is overseen by Potentate Dredara Eudoronwy Idanditana, a god serving within Covenant of Irus, the region's principal religion. Approximately 35% of the population self-report as devout. The Ánjä-tusk Holt is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Ánjä-tusk Holt 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 Ánjä-tusk Holt which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Ánjä-tusk Holt is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Ánjä-tusk Holt are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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