The Bîrî-sashi Woods (/ˈbɪrɪ/ /ˈsaʃi/ Observatory [high] [planet]) are a group of subtropical woods on the coast of the Cutmountains region. The Bîrî-sashi Woods are well known for its thriving abundance of plant life.
The Bîrî-sashi Woods has a yearly average temperature of 25°C (77°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 30°C (86°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 20°C (68°F). The Bîrî-sashi Woods receives an average of 70 cm/y (27 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Bîrî-sashi Woods covers an area of nearly 7961 km2 (4947 mi2), and an average elevation of 4657 m (15278 ft) above sea level.
The Bîrî-sashi Woods are home to a large number of different species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical woods, and a large number of different species with their population figures far above average for a subtropical woods. The keystone species of Bîrî-sashi Woods are as follows:
The Bîrî-sashi Woods has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Bîrî-sashi Woods, therefore, does not offer bounties on monsters, nor is monster insurance required. 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 Bîrî-sashi Woods 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 Bîrî-sashi Woods are home to 57715 people. They break down into the following demographics: 50% Kobold, 22% Dwarves, 13% Kitsune, 5% Tanuki, 8% Imperial, and ~2% Other.
The Bîrî-sashi Woods are's peoples are culturally Z̚oman, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include submission to lawful authority and magical prowess and occult ability, as well as a unique folk festival and a wine festival.
The Kobold subculture native to the Bîrî-sashi Woods are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kobold culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes and piety and devotion to the gods.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Bîrî-sashi Woods are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kobold culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on discipline and obedience to the law and courage and valiance in danger.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Bîrî-sashi Woods are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kobold culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on piety and devotion to the gods and faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Bîrî-sashi Woods are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kobold culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and excellence in one’s profession or trade.
The Imperial subculture native to the Bîrî-sashi Woods are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kobold culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on cunning and the ability to trick others and magical prowess and occult ability.
The Bîrî-sashi Woods are overseen by Potentate Urrus Níamokles Oenn, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 53% of the population self-report as devout. The Bîrî-sashi Woods is considered underserved by the divines despite shrines in all settled areas.
The Bîrî-sashi Woods 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 Bîrî-sashi Woods which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Bîrî-sashi Woods is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Bîrî-sashi Woods are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
History
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