The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods (/ˈdolɪː/ /lu̹ˈsilɑ/ Lavander Faith [lavender] [faith]) are a group of subtropical woods within the temperate deciduous forest of the Southlake region. The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are well known for being home to remarkably few animals.
The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods has a yearly average temperature of 18°C (64°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a pleasant 24°C (75°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 13°C (55°F). The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods receives an average of 153 cm/y (60 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the fall. The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods covers an area of nearly 15964 km2 (9921 mi2), and an average elevation of 1654 m (5426 ft) above sea level.
The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are home to a large number of different species with their population figures far below average for a subtropical woods, and a modest number of species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical woods. The keystone species of Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are as follows:
The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods has an MDI of 0, as such Imperial Assets are advised to relocate to safer zones. Insurance against monster attacks is not offered. Bounties for slain monsters are not provided via any formal arrangements, though imperial agents may provide this service at their discretion. Travelers are advised to avoid the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods. If travel through the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods cannot be avoided, travelers are advised to be heavily armed at all times, and travel by the most expedient route and method of transportation available.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Dolî Lu̹silâ 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 Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are home to 787024 people. They break down into the following demographics: 65% Wareneese, 19% Goblins, 1% Fae, 9% Kobold, 4% Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are's peoples are culturally Wareneese, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include excellence in one’s profession or trade and seeking fortune in new places or new roles, as well as a unique sun festival and a rain festival.
The Wareneese subculture native to the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on sharing wealth and goods with others and dominating and possessing other people.
The Goblin subculture native to the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on lineages based on ancient hero-ancestors. They also place greater cultural emphasus on faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends and purging evil and expelling the wicked.
The Fae subculture native to the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on unity and elimination of group differences and industry and the ability to work tirelessly.
The Kobold subculture native to the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on remembrance of the past and memorializing history and faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends.
The Elf subculture native to the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese 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 subtlety and indirectness of action and seeking fortune in new places or new roles.
The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are overseen by Potentate Ulios Goroder Hemeraid, a god serving within The Apprenticeship, the region's principal religion. Approximately 45% of the population self-report as devout. The Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Dolî Lu̹silâ 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 Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Dolî Lu̹silâ Woods are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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