The Tat-nërbre Holt (/tat/ /ˈnɛrbre/ Awethrone [awe] [throne]) is a subtropical holt on the coast of the Bulwark region. Tat-nërbre Holt is a relatively typical holt for Bulwark, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Tat-nërbre Holt has a yearly average temperature of 7°C (44°F), with its average temperature during the summer being an icy 24°C (75°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool -10°C (14°F). The Tat-nërbre Holt receives an average of 210 cm/y (82 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Tat-nërbre Holt covers an area of nearly 9221 km2 (5730 mi2), and an average elevation of 5389 m (17680 ft) above sea level.
The Tat-nërbre Holt is home to the average number of species with their population figures matching the average for a subtropical holt, and a large number of different species with their population figures resting somewhat below average for a subtropical holt. The keystone species of Tat-nërbre Holt are as follows:
The Tat-nërbre Holt 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 Tat-nërbre Holt 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 Tat-nërbre Holt is home to 216232 people. They break down into the following demographics: 67% Wareneese, 18% Gnolls, 8% Gnolls, 5% Tanuki, and ~2% Other.
The Tat-nërbre Holt is's peoples are culturally Wareneese, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include scheming subtly against enemies or rivals and individual rights and freedom of action, as well as a unique sun festival and a science festival.
The Wareneese subculture native to the Tat-nërbre Holt 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 astrologically-determined birth groups. They also place greater cultural emphasus on honor and maintaining one’s integrity and personal sacrifice for one’s causes or purposes.
The Gnoll subculture native to the Tat-nërbre Holt 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on industry and the ability to work tirelessly and social progress toward some eventual utopia.
The Quenn subculture native to the Tat-nërbre Holt 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 patterned hair shaving or depilation and base their sence of individual idenity on having or lacking noble blood. They also place greater cultural emphasus on pacifism and peaceful resolution of problems and submission to lawful authority.
The Tanuki subculture native to the Tat-nërbre Holt 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 hereditary loyalty to a political group. They also place greater cultural emphasus on honesty and truthfulness in speech and submission to the collective will or culture.
The Tat-nërbre Holt is overseen by Potentate Rovbris Galhmær Pwyllos, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 10% of the population self-report as devout. The Tat-nërbre Holt is overflowing with shrines and holy sites, with most noteworthy divines having one or more shrines in any location relevant to their portfolio.
The Tat-nërbre Holt has an Imperial Development Index of 12. For the reference of Eyom's native peoples, a IDI of 12 means there are 12 locations within the Tat-nërbre Holt which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Tat-nërbre Holt is rated M1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Tat-nërbre Holt are not expected to return value in yearly terms.
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