The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest (/vo/ /ni̽ˈnwenste̜/ Travlersbane [gun; rifle; pistol] [radius]) is a subtropical forest within the tropical rainforest of the Riverpack Coast region. Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest is a relatively typical forest for Riverpack Coast, as well as Eyom as a whole.
The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest has a yearly average temperature of 13°C (55°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 27°C (80°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a freezing 0°C (32°F). The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest receives an average of 292 cm/y (114 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest covers an area of nearly 14667 km2 (9115 mi2), and an average elevation of 3806 m (12486 ft) above sea level.
The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest is home to a large number of different species with their population figures well below average for a subtropical forest, and the average number of species with their population figures well above average for a subtropical forest. The keystone species of Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest are as follows:
The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest has an MDI of 1, which is nominally safer than the Homeland. The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest, therefore, does not offer bounties on monsters, nor is monster insurance required. 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 Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ 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 Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest is home to 284497 people. They break down into the following demographics: 64% Goblins, 20% Goblins, 1% Dwarves, 9% Kivu, 4% Elf, and ~2% Other.
The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest is's peoples are culturally Goblin, but have their local customs and traditions. Their shared values and traditions include personal development and limit-pushing and honesty and truthfulness in speech, as well as a unique sun festival and a arcane festival.
The Goblin subculture native to the Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest 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 piercings, whether minor or elaborate and base their sence of individual idenity on trade guilds specific to particular roles. They also place greater cultural emphasus on zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit and humanistic reason and “rational” religion.
The Goblin subculture native to the Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest 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 tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on voluntary mutual-assistance brotherhoods. They also place greater cultural emphasus on remembrance of the past and memorializing history and zealous guardianship of their own land or holy sit.
The Dwarf subculture native to the Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest 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 socially-meaningful animal motif items and base their sence of individual idenity on religious factions or faith alliances. They also place greater cultural emphasus on loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own and personal development and limit-pushing.
The Kivu subculture native to the Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest 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 tattoos of some cultural significance and base their sence of individual idenity on regional and province-based identity. They also place greater cultural emphasus on magical prowess and occult ability and scheming subtly against enemies or rivals.
The Elf subculture native to the Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest 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 painted skin markings that sometimes change and base their sence of individual idenity on lineages based on ancient hero-ancestors. They also place greater cultural emphasus on loyalty to one’s friends, family, and own and conquest and domination of others.
The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest is overseen by Potentate Chaxorr Mapoibhinn Euandra, a god serving within Way of Ashlin, the region's principal religion. Approximately 22% of the population self-report as devout. The Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ 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 Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest 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 Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest which the Empire can securely and regularly transport materials and personnel..
As a courtesy for scholars and agents, the Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest is rated C1 by Eyom’s banks. Business ventures within the Vo-ni̽nwenste̜ Forest are expected to return market rate at the lowest risk.
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