The S̺ume Osi Heath (/ˈosi/ S̺ume's Decay [Proper Noun (name of person)] [rust]) is a subtropical heath on the coast of the Raked Plains region. The S̺ume Osi Heath is well known for its thriving abundance of plant life.
The S̺ume Osi Heath has a yearly average temperature of 20°C (68°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 29°C (84°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 11°C (51°F). The S̺ume Osi Heath receives an average of 265 cm/y (104 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. The S̺ume Osi Heath covers an area of nearly 15994 km2 (9940 mi2), and an average elevation of 3075 m (10088 ft) above sea level.
The S̺ume Osi Heath is home to a large number of different species with their population figures typically above average for a subtropical heath, and a modest number of species with their population figures far above average for a subtropical heath. The keystone species of S̺ume Osi Heath are as follows:
The S̺ume Osi Heath has an MDI of 4, which puts it into the high risk category for Eyom. Monster insurance fees are accordingly elevated, as are bounty payouts. Travelers are advised to carry weapons on their person at all times and stick to established routes. If travel requires leaving an established route, the services of a local guide are highly recommended.
The most common monstrous creatures within the S̺ume Osi 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 S̺ume Osi Heath is home to 689692 people. They break down into the following demographics: 66% Goblins, 15% Taurans, 4% Goblins, 7% Tanuki, 6% Kobold, and ~2% Other.
The S̺ume Osi Heath is's peoples are culturally Goblin, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes and dominating and possessing other people, as well as a unique religious festival and a religious festival.
The Goblin subculture native to the S̺ume Osi Heath 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 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 individual rights and freedom of action and zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit.
The Tauran subculture native to the S̺ume Osi Heath 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 culturally-significant jewelry or accessories and base their sence of individual idenity on inheritance of an ancient body modification. They also place greater cultural emphasus on building things in service of their posterity and personal development and limit-pushing.
The Goblin subculture native to the S̺ume Osi Heath 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 impractical or elaborate role-based clothes and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on personal development and limit-pushing and leadership and charisma in the group.
The Tanuki subculture native to the S̺ume Osi Heath 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on individual rights and freedom of action and dominating and possessing other people.
The Kobold subculture native to the S̺ume Osi Heath 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 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 purging evil and expelling the wicked and raw strength and personal prowess.
The S̺ume Osi Heath is overseen by Potentate Eraura Sionawyll Leandra, a god serving within Labdsism, the region's principal religion. Approximately 49% of the population self-report as devout. The S̺ume Osi 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 S̺ume Osi Heath has an Imperial Development Index of 14. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 14 means there are 14 locations within the S̺ume Osi Heath which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the S̺ume Osi Heath is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the S̺ume Osi Heath are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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