The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin (/ˈhebæ/ /ˈemu̽/ Commongrounds [usual] [location]) is a subtropical basin on the coast of the Bulwark region. Hebæ Emu̽ Basin is a relatively typical basin for Bulwark, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin has a yearly average temperature of 19°C (66°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 11°C (51°F). The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin 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 Hebæ Emu̽ Basin covers an area of nearly 11088 km2 (6891 mi2), and an average elevation of 7820 m (-17293 ft) above sea level.
The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin is home to the average number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical basin, and a modest number of species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical basin. The keystone species of Hebæ Emu̽ Basin are as follows:
The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin, 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 Hebæ Emu̽ Basin 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 Hebæ Emu̽ Basin is home to 175187 people. They break down into the following demographics: 51% Wareneese, 10% Gnolls, 23% Wareneese, 1% Iron Elves, 9% Kivu, 4% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin is's peoples are culturally Wareneese, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include subtlety and indirectness of action and exploring the unknown and discovering secrets, as well as a unique folk festival and a music festival.
The Wareneese subculture native to the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on educational ties to institutions or traditions. They also place greater cultural emphasus on unity and elimination of group differences and eloquence and social expertise.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on dominating and possessing other people and courage and valiance in danger.
The Rattu subculture native to the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. 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 extended family out to cousins and like kin. They also place greater cultural emphasus on purging evil and expelling the wicked and harmony with nature and existing life.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin 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 worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on educational ties to institutions or traditions. They also place greater cultural emphasus on vengeance and execution of just vendettas and piety and devotion to the gods.
The Kivu subculture native to the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on industry and the ability to work tirelessly and filial devotion to family and parents.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on magical prowess and occult ability and prosperity and accruing material wealth.
The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin is overseen by Potentate Grera Wulfwina Lóegairey, a god serving within Covenant of Irus, the region's principal religion. Approximately 37% of the population self-report as devout. The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Hebæ Emu̽ Basin has an Imperial Development Index of 16. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 16 means there are 16 locations within the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin is rated I2 by Eyoms banks. Business ventures within the Hebæ Emu̽ Basin are expected to return above capitol with some volatility.
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