The Îdæ Lome Maquis (/ˈɪːdæ/ /ˈlome/ Quietward [dumb (speechless)] [boss]) is a temperate maquis on the coast of the Fargarden region. Îdæ Lome Maquis is a relatively typical maquis for Fargarden, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Îdæ Lome Maquis 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 Îdæ Lome Maquis receives an average of 201 cm/y (79 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the fall. The Îdæ Lome Maquis covers an area of nearly 9079 km2 (5642 mi2), and an average elevation of 2801 m (9189 ft) above sea level.
The Îdæ Lome Maquis is home to a large number of different species with their population figures well above average for a temperate maquis, and a modest number of species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a temperate maquis. The keystone species of Îdæ Lome Maquis are as follows:
The Îdæ Lome Maquis has an MDI of 7, as such it has been classified as Hazardous by Imperial insurance adjusters. Monster insurance fees are set to deter civilian settlement, bounty payouts are correspondingly lucrative. Travelers are advised to go heavily armed and travel strictly by established routes. If travel requires leaving an established route, the services of a local guide and mercenaries are highly recommended.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Îdæ Lome Maquis 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 Îdæ Lome Maquis is home to 319923 people. They break down into the following demographics: 66% Goblins, 19% Iron Elves, 7% Elf, 5% Elf, 1% Imperial, and ~2% Other.
The Îdæ Lome Maquis is's peoples are culturally Goblin, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include prosperity and accruing material wealth and membership in an elite bloodline or caste, as well as a unique folk festival and a arcane festival.
The Goblin subculture native to the Îdæ Lome Maquis are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on building things in service of their posterity and building things in service of their posterity.
The Iron Elf subculture native to the Îdæ Lome Maquis are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin 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 societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders and piety and devotion to the gods.
The Elf subculture native to the Îdæ Lome Maquis are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin 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 honor and maintaining one’s integrity and personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes.
The Elf subculture native to the Îdæ Lome Maquis are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and sexual license and wantonness.
The Imperial subculture native to the Îdæ Lome Maquis are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Goblin culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and harmony with nature and existing life.
The Îdæ Lome Maquis is overseen by Potentate Ulios Manos Gronthniu, a god serving within Labdsism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 27% of the population self-report as devout. The Îdæ Lome Maquis is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Îdæ Lome Maquis 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 Îdæ Lome Maquis which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Îdæ Lome Maquis is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Îdæ Lome Maquis are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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