The G̈mthê-êko Forest (/ˈɘko/ G̈mthê's Winecellar [Proper Noun (name of person)] [wine]) is a subtropical forest on the coast of the Upper Warding Range region. G̈mthê-êko Forest is a relatively typical forest for Upper Warding Range, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The G̈mthê-êko Forest has a yearly average temperature of 23°C (73°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 28°C (82°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 18°C (64°F). The G̈mthê-êko Forest 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 G̈mthê-êko Forest covers an area of nearly 8031 km2 (4991 mi2), and an average elevation of 8910 m (-13717 ft) above sea level.
The G̈mthê-êko Forest is home to a modest number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical forest, and a large number of different species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical forest. The keystone species of G̈mthê-êko Forest are as follows:
The G̈mthê-êko Forest 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 G̈mthê-êko Forest 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 G̈mthê-êko Forest is home to 59680 people. They break down into the following demographics: 52% Kivu, 17% Kitsune, 16% Hobgoblins, 5% Tanuki, 5% Tanuki, 3% Kobold, and ~2% Other.
The G̈mthê-êko Forest is's peoples are culturally Z̚oman, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include sharing wealth and goods with others and building things in service of their posterity, as well as a unique religious festival and a comedy festival.
The Kivu subculture native to the G̈mthê-êko Forest are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kivu culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on faithfulness towards one’s chosen friends and unity and elimination of group differences.
The Kitsune subculture native to the G̈mthê-êko Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kivu culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on ethnic purity of blood and culture and honor and maintaining one’s integrity.
The Hobgoblin subculture native to the G̈mthê-êko Forest are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kivu culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on ascetic unworldliness and pious poverty and societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders.
The Tanuki subculture native to the G̈mthê-êko Forest are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Kivu culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on identity based on their local community. They also place greater cultural emphasus on submission to lawful authority and purging evil and expelling the wicked.
The Tanuki subculture native to the G̈mthê-êko Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Kivu culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on filial devotion to family and parents and eloquence and social expertise.
The Kobold subculture native to the G̈mthê-êko Forest are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Kivu 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 ascetic unworldliness and pious poverty and seeking fortune in new places or new roles.
The G̈mthê-êko Forest is overseen by Potentate Chuxnas Pwydandros Damonw, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 30% of the population self-report as devout. The G̈mthê-êko Forest is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The G̈mthê-êko Forest has an Imperial Development Index of 12. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 12 means there are 12 locations within the G̈mthê-êko Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the G̈mthê-êko Forest is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the G̈mthê-êko Forest are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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