The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands (/ʤusk/ /və˞dˈfapte/ Sounds of Color [main] [array]) are a group of temperate shrubland on the coast of the Fractal Range region. Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are a relatively typical shrubland for Fractal Range, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands has a yearly average temperature of 25°C (77°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 22°C (71°F). The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands 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 Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands covers an area of nearly 12532 km2 (7788 mi2), and an average elevation of 5540 m (18175 ft) above sea level.
The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are home to the average number of species with their population figures matching the average for a temperate shrubland, and the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a temperate shrubland. The keystone species of Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are as follows:
The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands has an MDI of 5, which puts it into the high risk category for Eyom. Monster insurance fees are accordingly elevated, as are bounty payouts. Travelers are advised to carry weapons on their person at all times and stick to established routes. If travel requires leaving an established route, the services of a local guide are highly recommended.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands 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 Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are home to 88894 people. They break down into the following demographics: 53% Tanuki, 18% Wareneese, 14% Kitsune, 7% Kobold, 6% Grey Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are's peoples are culturally Z̚oman, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include remembrance of the past and memorializing history and sexual license and wantonness, as well as a unique sun festival and a science festival.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki 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 individual rights and freedom of action and prosperity and accruing material wealth.
The Rattu subculture native to the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders and discipline and obedience to the law.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of color choices with social meaning to them and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes and personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes.
The Kobold subculture native to the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki 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 societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders and education and knowledge-seeking.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Tanuki culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on humanistic reason and “rational” religion and vengeance and execution of just vendettas.
The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are overseen by Potentate Unlotl Alkyonwydan Sarainthos, a god serving within Macketersism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 30% of the population self-report as devout. The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands has an Imperial Development Index of 11. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 11 means there are 11 locations within the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Éusk-vádfapte Shrublands are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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