The Goycÿh Zhälz Woods (/gojˈkɪ̘/ /s̼əlz/ Cutpurse [bankrupt; broke] [adult]) are a group of subtropical woods within the temperate rainforest of the Polymer Coast region. Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are a relatively typical woods for Polymer Coast, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Goycÿh Zhälz Woods has a yearly average temperature of 28°C (82°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a hot 32°C (89°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a pleasant 25°C (77°F). The Goycÿh Zhälz Woods receives an average of 281 cm/y (110 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. The Goycÿh Zhälz Woods covers an area of nearly 10457 km2 (6499 mi2), and an average elevation of 3748 m (12296 ft) above sea level.
The Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are home to a large number of different species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical woods, and a modest number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical woods. The keystone species of Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are as follows:
The Goycÿh Zhälz Woods 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 Goycÿh Zhälz 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 Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are home to 156080 people. They break down into the following demographics: 67% Constructs, 18% Gnolls, 7% Gnolls, 6% Imperial, and ~2% Other.
The Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are's peoples are culturally Constructi, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include aesthetic beauty in material goods and architecture and seeking fortune in new places or new roles, as well as a unique rain festival and a wine festival.
The Construct subculture native to the Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on identity based on their local community. They also place greater cultural emphasus on discipline and obedience to the law and exploring the unknown and discovering secrets.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct 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 magical prowess and occult ability.
The Quenn subculture native to the Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on justice and fairness between people and dominating and possessing other people.
The Imperial subculture native to the Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on submission to lawful authority and zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit.
The Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are overseen by Potentate Budum Conwyllos Ælfrome, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 34% of the population self-report as devout. The Goycÿh Zhälz 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 Goycÿh Zhälz Woods has an Imperial Development Index of 15. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 15 means there are 15 locations within the Goycÿh Zhälz Woods which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Goycÿh Zhälz Woods is rated I2 by Eyoms banks. Business ventures within the Goycÿh Zhälz Woods are expected to return above capitol with some volatility.
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