The Hārsi̊shāv Holt (/həˑr/ /ˈsi̘ʃəˑv/ Kingsbane [dagger] [political]) is a subtropical holt on the coast of the Foxvale region. Hārsi̊shāv Holt is a relatively typical holt for Foxvale, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Hārsi̊shāv Holt has a yearly average temperature of 13°C (55°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 26°C (78°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a freezing 0°C (32°F). The Hārsi̊shāv Holt receives an average of 154 cm/y (60 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Hārsi̊shāv Holt covers an area of nearly 19647 km2 (12210 mi2), and an average elevation of 4911 m (16112 ft) above sea level.
The Hārsi̊shāv Holt is home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical holt, and the average number of species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical holt. The keystone species of Hārsi̊shāv Holt are as follows:
The Hārsi̊shāv Holt has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Hārsi̊shāv Holt, 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 Hārsi̊shāv Holt 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 Hārsi̊shāv Holt is home to 1808957 people. They break down into the following demographics: 50% Wood Elves, 20% Wareneese, 15% Fae, 5% Fae, 6% Tanuki, 2% Kobold, and ~2% Other.
The Hārsi̊shāv Holt is's peoples are culturally Wood Elven, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include harmony with nature and existing life and subtlety and indirectness of action, as well as a unique storytelling festival and a literary festival.
The Wood Elf subculture native to the Hārsi̊shāv Holt are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf 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 scheming subtly against enemies or rivals and zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit.
The Rattu subculture native to the Hārsi̊shāv Holt are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on building things in service of their posterity and beauty and seductive charm.
The Fae subculture native to the Hārsi̊shāv Holt are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and pacifism and peaceful resolution of problems.
The Quenn subculture native to the Hārsi̊shāv Holt are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on education and knowledge-seeking and loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Hārsi̊shāv Holt are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on conquest and domination of others and purging evil and expelling the wicked.
The Kobold subculture native to the Hārsi̊shāv Holt are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wood Elf culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on harmony with nature and existing life and loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own.
The Hārsi̊shāv Holt is overseen by Potentate Chunir Muireanos Æthenope, a god serving within The Apprenticeship, the region's principal religion. Approximately 54% of the population self-report as devout. The Hārsi̊shāv Holt is considered underserved by the divines despite shrines in all settled areas.
The Hārsi̊shāv Holt has an Imperial Development Index of 36. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 36 means there are 36 locations within the Hārsi̊shāv Holt which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Jey̼yosh Brush is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Jey̼yosh Brush are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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