The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands (/o̠w/ /stje̜/ Advisor's Voice [advice] [neck; throat]) are a group of temperate grassland within the temperate rainforest of the Islestand Coast region. O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are a relatively typical grassland for Islestand Coast, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands has a yearly average temperature of 10°C (50°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a pleasant 25°C (77°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a freezing -5°C (23°F). The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands receives an average of 290 cm/y (114 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands covers an area of nearly 21487 km2 (13354 mi2), and an average elevation of 2245 m (7365 ft) above sea level.
The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a temperate grassland, and a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a temperate grassland. The keystone species of O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are as follows:
The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands 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 O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands 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 O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are home to 267727 people. They break down into the following demographics: 52% Wareneese, 11% Goblins, 20% Wareneese, 2% Kitsune, 5% Kitsune, 8% Grey Elf, and ~2% Other.
The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are's peoples are culturally Wareneese, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include seeking fortune in new places or new roles and piety and devotion to the gods, as well as a unique fire festival and a sun festival.
The Wareneese subculture native to the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands 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 significant scent or perfume uses and base their sence of individual idenity on lineages based on ancient hero-ancestors. They also place greater cultural emphasus on social progress toward some eventual utopia and loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own.
The Goblin subculture native to the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are noticably smaller and slighter than their neighbors. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese 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 having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on social progress toward some eventual utopia and filial devotion to family and parents.
The Rattu subculture native to the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands 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 impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on numerous castes of hereditary workers. They also place greater cultural emphasus on exploring the unknown and discovering secrets and cunning and the ability to trick others.
The Kitsune subculture native to the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands 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 intricate hair styles or braiding and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on industry and the ability to work tirelessly and ascetic unworldliness and pious poverty.
The Quenn subculture native to the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are noticably either short and stocky or tall and slender. While they follow the broader tennents of Wareneese culture, they have diffrenciated themselves by adopting a tradition of impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on educational ties to institutions or traditions. They also place greater cultural emphasus on justice and fairness between people and pacifism and peaceful resolution of problems.
The Grey Elf subculture native to the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands 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 dynastic lineages with cadet branches. They also place greater cultural emphasus on exploring the unknown and discovering secrets and eloquence and social expertise.
The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are overseen by Potentate Drione Æthen Eógaireya, a god serving within The Council of Twelve, the region's principal religion. Approximately 27% of the population self-report as devout. The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands has an Imperial Development Index of 37. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 37 means there are 37 locations within the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the O̠w-stye̜ Grasslands are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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