The Bepejite Maquis (/ˈbepe/ /ˈjite/ Shortcrossing [ferry] [thin (slender); slim]) is a subtropical maquis within the temperate rainforest of the Hearthcoast region. Bepejite Maquis is a relatively typical maquis for Hearthcoast, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Bepejite Maquis has a yearly average temperature of 27°C (80°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 29°C (84°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant 25°C (77°F). The Bepejite Maquis receives an average of 291 cm/y (114 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. The Bepejite Maquis covers an area of nearly 22474 km2 (13967 mi2), and an average elevation of 1134 m (3720 ft) above sea level.
The Bepejite Maquis is home to a modest number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical maquis, and the average number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical maquis. The keystone species of Bepejite Maquis are as follows:
The Bepejite Maquis 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 Bepejite Maquis 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 Bepejite Maquis is home to 485376 people. They break down into the following demographics: 62% Tauric, 20% Iron Elves, 3% Kitsune, 9% Kivu, 4% Kivu, and ~2% Other.
The Bepejite Maquis is's peoples are culturally Tauranian, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture and vengeance and execution of just vendettas, as well as a unique music festival and a theater festival.
The Tauric subculture native to the Bepejite Maquis are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own and industry and the ability to work tirelessly.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Bepejite Maquis are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on educational ties to institutions or traditions. They also place greater cultural emphasus on cunning and the ability to trick others and membership in an elite bloodline or caste.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Bepejite Maquis are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on piety and devotion to the gods and personal development and limit-pushing.
The Kivu subculture native to the Bepejite Maquis are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate 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 beauty and seductive charm.
The Kivu subculture native to the Bepejite Maquis are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on ethnic purity of blood and culture and humanistic reason and “rational” religion.
The Bepejite Maquis is overseen by Potentate Aotl Aponwydan Notha, a god serving within The Council of Twelve, the region's principal religion. Approximately 51% of the population self-report as devout. The Bepejite Maquis is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Bepejite Maquis has an Imperial Development Index of 34. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 34 means there are 34 locations within the Bepejite Maquis which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Bepejite Maquis is rated C2 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Bepejite Maquis are expected to return market rate with some volatility.
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