The Lÿhy Rÿng Forest (/lɪ̘ʤ/ /rinʤ/ Oldsage [ago] [advice]) is a subtropical forest within the temperate deciduous forest of the Solumntract region. Lÿhy Rÿng Forest is a relatively typical forest for Solumntract, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Lÿhy Rÿng Forest has a yearly average temperature of 29°C (84°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a hot 33°C (91°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a warm 26°C (78°F). The Lÿhy Rÿng Forest receives an average of 139 cm/y (54 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the spring. The Lÿhy Rÿng Forest covers an area of nearly 17922 km2 (11138 mi2), and an average elevation of 4088 m (13412 ft) above sea level.
The Lÿhy Rÿng Forest is home to a modest number of species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical forest, and a modest number of species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical forest. The keystone species of Lÿhy Rÿng Forest are as follows:
The Lÿhy Rÿng 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 Lÿhy Rÿng 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 Lÿhy Rÿng Forest is home to 671459 people. They break down into the following demographics: 51% Tauric, 24% Kitsune, 10% Dwarves, 5% Imperial, 5% Imperial, 3% Kobold, and ~2% Other.
The Lÿhy Rÿng Forest is's peoples are culturally Tauranian, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include courage and valiance in danger and justice and fairness between people, as well as a unique folk festival and a science festival.
The Tauric subculture native to the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on educational ties to institutions or traditions. They also place greater cultural emphasus on seeking fortune in new places or new roles and filial devotion to family and parents.
The Kitsune subculture native to the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on lineages based on ancient hero-ancestors. They also place greater cultural emphasus on beauty and seductive charm and personal development and limit-pushing.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on warbands or civic military service groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on societal or ethnic superiority over all outsiders and raw strength and personal prowess.
The Imperial subculture native to the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of worn weapons, tools or trade implements and base their sence of individual idenity on far-flung clans of affiliated families. They also place greater cultural emphasus on raw strength and personal prowess and zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit.
The Quenn subculture native to the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own and excellence in one’s profession or trade.
The Kobold subculture native to the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Tauric culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of color choices with social meaning to them and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and honor and maintaining one’s integrity.
The Lÿhy Rÿng Forest is overseen by Potentate Zurgyn Galthelm Kephron, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 28% of the population self-report as devout. The Lÿhy Rÿng 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 Lÿhy Rÿng Forest has an Imperial Development Index of 27. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 27 means there are 27 locations within the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest is rated I1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Lÿhy Rÿng Forest are expected to return above capitol at low risk.
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