The Máku-dong Heath (/mə˞ˈku/ /doŋ/ Junkbin [general; generic] [trunk (large box)]) is a subtropical heath on the coast of the Highpeaks region. Máku-dong Heath is a relatively typical heath for Highpeaks, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Máku-dong Heath has a yearly average temperature of 32°C (89°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a blistering 35°C (95°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a warm 28°C (82°F). The Máku-dong Heath 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 Máku-dong Heath covers an area of nearly 13411 km2 (8334 mi2), and an average elevation of 18183 m (16705 ft) above sea level.
The Máku-dong Heath is home to a large number of different species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical heath, and the average number of species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical heath. The keystone species of Máku-dong Heath are as follows:
The Máku-dong Heath has an MDI of 17, as such it has been classified as Deadly by Imperial insurance adjusters. Monster insurance fees are set to deter any settlement, and bounty payouts are correspondingly lucrative. Military action to cull monster populations has been formally requested. Travel through Máku-dong Heath is not advised. If travel through the Máku-dong Heath cannot be avoided, travelers are advised to be heavily armed at all times and travel by the most expedient route and method of transportation available. Soliciting the services of local adventurers for escort purposes is highly recommended.
The most common monstrous creatures within the Máku-dong Heath 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 Máku-dong Heath is home to 150930 people. They break down into the following demographics: 60% Constructs, 25% Goblins, 7% Grey Elf, 5% Tanuki, 1% Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Máku-dong Heath is's peoples are culturally Constructi, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include education and knowledge-seeking and beauty and seductive charm, as well as a unique history festival and a rain festival.
The Construct subculture native to the Máku-dong Heath are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on ethnic membership. They also place greater cultural emphasus on leadership and charisma in the group and building things in service of their posterity.
The Goblin subculture native to the Máku-dong Heath are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on professional guild or trade-specific group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on unity and elimination of group differences and education and knowledge-seeking.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the Máku-dong Heath are noticably same height and weight as the neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of role or class-specific clothing items and base their sence of individual idenity on patron-client relationships with major figures. They also place greater cultural emphasus on social progress toward some eventual utopia and personal development and limit-pushing.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Máku-dong Heath are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on voluntary mutual-assistance brotherhoods. They also place greater cultural emphasus on raw strength and personal prowess and seeking fortune in new places or new roles.
The Elf subculture native to the Máku-dong Heath are noticably much bigger and bulkier than neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Construct culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on ideological groups or philosophical sects. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal development and limit-pushing and sharing wealth and goods with others.
The Máku-dong Heath is overseen by Potentate Uklo Weanawn Aiarann, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 10% of the population self-report as devout. The Máku-dong Heath is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Máku-dong Heath has an Imperial Development Index of 2. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 2 means there are 2 locations within the Máku-dong Heath which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Máku-dong Heath is rated M2 by Eyoms banks. Consult a bank for information relating to its economy.
History
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