Arrajan Wilds - Revision history

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	== Demographics ==		== Demographics ==
	Humans make up just under half of the population of Arrajan, with the rest split between large numbers of [[dwarf\|dwarves]], catfolk, [[orc\|orcs]], half-orcs, and half-elves. Individuals of ancestries with innate magical abilities often feel uncomfortable in the Wilds, almost like a core part of them has been removed, and do not commonly remain for long.		Humans make up just under half of the population of Arrajan, with the rest split between large numbers of [[dwarf\|dwarves]], [[catfolk]], [[orc\|orcs]], half-orcs, and half-elves. Individuals of ancestries with innate magical abilities often feel uncomfortable in the Wilds, almost like a core part of them has been removed, and do not commonly remain for long.

	Small numbers of [[kobold\|kobolds]] are known to live in the Wilds, especially in the forests and hills north of [[Mayadun]] and [[Tanburit]].		Small numbers of [[kobold\|kobolds]] are known to live in the Wilds, especially in the forests and hills north of [[Mayadun]] and [[Tanburit]].

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	Humans make up just under half of the population of Arrajan, with the rest split between large numbers of [[dwarf\|dwarves]], catfolk, [[orc\|orcs]], half-orcs, and half-elves. Individuals of ancestries with innate magical abilities often feel uncomfortable in the Wilds, almost like a core part of them has been removed, and do not commonly remain for long.		Humans make up just under half of the population of Arrajan, with the rest split between large numbers of [[dwarf\|dwarves]], catfolk, [[orc\|orcs]], half-orcs, and half-elves. Individuals of ancestries with innate magical abilities often feel uncomfortable in the Wilds, almost like a core part of them has been removed, and do not commonly remain for long.

	Small numbers of kobolds are known to live in the Wilds, especially in the forests and hills north of [[Mayadun]] and [[Tanburit]].		Small numbers of [[kobold\|kobolds]] are known to live in the Wilds, especially in the forests and hills north of [[Mayadun]] and [[Tanburit]].

	== Culture ==		== Culture ==

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	== History ==		== History ==
	Large settlements have only grown in the Arrajan Wilds within the last two millennia, a far cry from the many thousands of years of continuous habitation in the surrounding lands. The trials of life with no access to magic kept people out of the region for quite a long time, coupled with a widespread view of the Wilds as cursed and outside the influence of the gods. Many expeditions entered the anti-magic fields to explore but exceptionally few remained behind. At various points in history the Wilds were used by [[~~Ishtar\|Ishtaran~~]] and [[Tamkaranu]] outlaws and rebels as a place to hide, but even so the population remained exceptionally low.		Large settlements have only grown in the Arrajan Wilds within the last two millennia, a far cry from the many thousands of years of continuous habitation in the surrounding lands. The trials of life with no access to magic kept people out of the region for quite a long time, coupled with a widespread view of the Wilds as cursed and outside the influence of the gods. Many expeditions entered the anti-magic fields to explore but exceptionally few remained behind. At various points in history the Wilds were used by [[Dalbanu]] and [[Tamkaranu]] outlaws and rebels as a place to hide, but even so the population remained exceptionally low.

	Eventually a combination of curiosity, advancements in non-magical technology, and ever-growing populations in the nearby lands began to draw settlers into the Arrajan Wilds. By {{Year\|4650}} multiple large towns existed in the region, the first of which were [[Arnun]], [[Hirmil]], and [[Caralis]]. From there the population of the Wilds slowly increased before accelerating in the last century of the tenth millennium.		Eventually a combination of curiosity, advancements in non-magical technology, and ever-growing populations in the nearby lands began to draw settlers into the Arrajan Wilds. By {{Year\|4650}} multiple large towns existed in the region, the first of which were [[Arnun]], [[Hirmil]], and [[Caralis]]. From there the population of the Wilds slowly increased before accelerating in the last century of the tenth millennium.
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	=== Religion ===		=== Religion ===
	While religious life in the Arrajan Wilds is broadly similar to that of nearby ~~Ishtar~~ and the coastal regions to the east, there are some notable differences. Worship of the deities of the [[Chaskan pantheon]] is the most common, yet the region also has a large population that is irreligious. The persistent lack of divine magic has led some inhabitants of the Wilds to conclusions that would be greatly frowned upon were it not for the number of others who had arrived at similar views. Whether or not gods are real, they reason, if it is possible to live a life untouched by divine magic, and therefore out of reach of the gods, can their veneration truly be so critical? These thoughts tend to take the form of apathy towards the divine rather than any sense of hostility.		While religious life in the Arrajan Wilds is broadly similar to that of nearby Dalbanu and the coastal regions to the east, there are some notable differences. Worship of the deities of the [[Chaskan pantheon]] is the most common, yet the region also has a large population that is irreligious. The persistent lack of divine magic has led some inhabitants of the Wilds to conclusions that would be greatly frowned upon were it not for the number of others who had arrived at similar views. Whether or not gods are real, they reason, if it is possible to live a life untouched by divine magic, and therefore out of reach of the gods, can their veneration truly be so critical? These thoughts tend to take the form of apathy towards the divine rather than any sense of hostility.

	Still, the irreligious remain a minority in the Wilds, if a large one. Temples to Chaskan gods can be found across the region, though the influence of large churches and organized religion is effectively absent. Wildlanders occasionally but do not often worship the [[~~Ishtaran~~ living saints\|living saints]] of ~~Ishtar~~.		Still, the irreligious remain a minority in the Wilds, if a large one. Temples to Chaskan gods can be found across the region, though the influence of large churches and organized religion is effectively absent. Wildlanders occasionally but do not often worship the [[Dalbanu living saints\|living saints]] of Dalbanu.

	=== Society ===		=== Society ===
	By and large, the culture of the Wildlanders is strongly influenced by that of ~~Ishtar~~ and the [[Eastern Chaskan city-states]], from which most draw their ancestry. Ongoing trade and contact, particularly through travel along the Nestra River and north through [[Aspalis]] and [[Kotharat]], also keep these connections strong.		By and large, the culture of the Wildlanders is strongly influenced by that of Dalbanu and the [[Eastern Chaskan city-states]], from which most draw their ancestry. Ongoing trade and contact, particularly through travel along the Nestra River and north through [[Aspalis]] and [[Kotharat]], also keep these connections strong.

	=== Traditions ===		=== Traditions ===
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	=== Languages ===		=== Languages ===
	A mix of languages are spoken within Arrajan, both regional and racial. [[Telan]] and [[~~Ishtaran~~]] are the most used languages, followed by [[Common]]. It is common for dwarves, orcs, catfolk, and kobolds to speak their ancestral tongues in addition to other languages.		A mix of languages are spoken within Arrajan, both regional and racial. [[Telan]] and [[Dalbar]] are the most used languages, followed by [[Common]]. It is common for dwarves, orcs, catfolk, and kobolds to speak their ancestral tongues in addition to other languages.

	=== Occupations ===		=== Occupations ===
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	== Government ==		== Government ==
	The communities of the Wilds use a mix of governments. In the north temple-affiliated governors are typical, similar to those of the cities of ~~Ishtar~~, while in the south merchant republics, citizen's councils, or autocracies are widespread.		The communities of the Wilds use a mix of governments. In the north temple-affiliated governors are typical, similar to those of the cities of Dalbanu, while in the south merchant republics, citizen's councils, or autocracies are widespread.

	== Economy ==		== Economy ==
	Arrajan has a vibrant economy, both between settlements and with outsiders. The region is largely self-sufficient but does engage in trade with nearby ~~Ishtar~~, Tamkaranu, [[Amshan]], and occasionally even [[New Sotosa]].		Arrajan has a vibrant economy, both between settlements and with outsiders. The region is largely self-sufficient but does engage in trade with nearby Dalbanu, Tamkaranu, [[Amshan]], and occasionally even [[New Sotosa]].

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	=== Technology ===		=== Technology ===
	Though not particularly common owing to the expense of maintaining their equipment, some Wildlanders have become skilled with ~~[[firearms]]~~. Born of necessity in a land where magical defenses fail, Wildlanders have slowly refined these inventions into reliable tools to protect themselves. Many Wildlander ~~firearms~~ are decorated and ornamented as they are not seen as simply weapons but also symbols of status and wealth. Due to the expertise required in their construction and use, as well as their slowness and inaccuracy compared to magic or even bows, these Wildlander weapons have not spread far outside Arrajan, though the nearby [[Ku-Hakkara]] [[Gnoll\|gnolls]] have begun experimenting with their own variants.		Though not particularly common owing to the expense of maintaining their equipment, some Wildlanders have become skilled with firelances. Born of necessity in a land where magical defenses fail, Wildlanders have slowly refined these inventions into reliable tools to protect themselves. Many Wildlander firelances are decorated and ornamented as they are not seen as simply weapons but also symbols of status and wealth. Due to the expertise required in their construction and use, as well as their slowness and inaccuracy compared to magic or even bows, these Wildlander weapons have not spread far outside Arrajan, though the nearby [[Ku-Hakkara]] [[Gnoll\|gnolls]] have begun experimenting with their own variants.

	=== Food and cuisine ===		=== Food and cuisine ===

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	== History ==		== History ==
	Large settlements have only grown in the Arrajan Wilds within the last two millennia, a far cry from the many thousands of years of continuous habitation in the surrounding lands. The trials of life with no access to magic kept people out of the region for quite a long time, coupled with a widespread view of the Wilds as cursed and outside the influence of the gods. Many expeditions entered the anti-magic fields to explore but exceptionally few remained behind. At various points in history the Wilds were used by [[Ishtar\|Ishtaran]] and [[~~Tirione\|Tirionite~~]] outlaws and rebels as a place to hide, but even so the population remained exceptionally low.		Large settlements have only grown in the Arrajan Wilds within the last two millennia, a far cry from the many thousands of years of continuous habitation in the surrounding lands. The trials of life with no access to magic kept people out of the region for quite a long time, coupled with a widespread view of the Wilds as cursed and outside the influence of the gods. Many expeditions entered the anti-magic fields to explore but exceptionally few remained behind. At various points in history the Wilds were used by [[Ishtar\|Ishtaran]] and [[Tamkaranu]] outlaws and rebels as a place to hide, but even so the population remained exceptionally low.

	Eventually a combination of curiosity, advancements in non-magical technology, and ever-growing populations in the nearby lands began to draw settlers into the Arrajan Wilds. By {{Year\|4650}} multiple large towns existed in the region, the first of which were [[Arnun]], [[Hirmil]], and [[Caralis]]. From there the population of the Wilds slowly increased before accelerating in the last century of the tenth millennium.		Eventually a combination of curiosity, advancements in non-magical technology, and ever-growing populations in the nearby lands began to draw settlers into the Arrajan Wilds. By {{Year\|4650}} multiple large towns existed in the region, the first of which were [[Arnun]], [[Hirmil]], and [[Caralis]]. From there the population of the Wilds slowly increased before accelerating in the last century of the tenth millennium.
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	== Economy ==		== Economy ==
	Arrajan has a vibrant economy, both between settlements and with outsiders. The region is largely self-sufficient but does engage in trade with nearby Ishtar, ~~Tirione~~, [[Amshan]], and occasionally even [[New Sotosa]].		Arrajan has a vibrant economy, both between settlements and with outsiders. The region is largely self-sufficient but does engage in trade with nearby Ishtar, Tamkaranu, [[Amshan]], and occasionally even [[New Sotosa]].

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	The '''Arrajan Wilds''' {{Pronounciation\|ARR-ah-jon}} is a region covered by a persistent anti-magic field that prevents almost all use of spells or magical items, though the people ~~wholive~~ there have instead learned other means of getting by. The anti-magic fields are better, however, than the intense storms that occur in their absence.		The '''Arrajan Wilds''' {{Pronounciation\|ARR-ah-jon}} is a region covered by a persistent anti-magic field that prevents almost all use of spells or magical items, though the people who live there have instead learned other means of getting by. The anti-magic fields are better, however, than the intense storms that occur in their absence.

	== Geography, flora, and fauna ==		== Geography, flora, and fauna ==

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	The '''Arrajan Wilds''' {{Pronounciation\|ARR-ah-jon}} is a region covered by a persistent anti-magic field that prevents almost all use of spells or magical items~~. The~~ people ~~that live~~ there have instead learned other means of getting by~~, and have repurposed ancient infrastructure to assist in this~~. The anti-magic fields are better, however, than the intense storms that occur in their absence.		The '''Arrajan Wilds''' {{Pronounciation\|ARR-ah-jon}} is a region covered by a persistent anti-magic field that prevents almost all use of spells or magical items, though the people wholive there have instead learned other means of getting by. The anti-magic fields are better, however, than the intense storms that occur in their absence.

	== Geography, flora, and fauna ==		== Geography, flora, and fauna ==

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History

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	Large settlements have only grown in the Arrajan Wilds within the last two millennia, a far cry from the many thousands of years of continuous habitation in the surrounding lands. The trials of life with no access to magic kept people out of the region for quite a long time, coupled with a widespread view of the Wilds as cursed and outside the influence of the gods. Many expeditions entered the anti-magic fields to explore but exceptionally few remained behind. At various points in history the Wilds were used by [[Ishtar\|Ishtaran]] and [[Tirione\|Tirionite]] outlaws and rebels as a place to hide, but even so the population remained exceptionally low.		Large settlements have only grown in the Arrajan Wilds within the last two millennia, a far cry from the many thousands of years of continuous habitation in the surrounding lands. The trials of life with no access to magic kept people out of the region for quite a long time, coupled with a widespread view of the Wilds as cursed and outside the influence of the gods. Many expeditions entered the anti-magic fields to explore but exceptionally few remained behind. At various points in history the Wilds were used by [[Ishtar\|Ishtaran]] and [[Tirione\|Tirionite]] outlaws and rebels as a place to hide, but even so the population remained exceptionally low.

	Eventually, a combination of curiosity, advancements in non-magical technology, and ever-growing populations in the nearby lands began to draw settlers into the Arrajan Wilds. By {{Year\|4650}} multiple large towns existed in the region, the first of which were [[Arnun]], [[Hirmil]], and [[Caralis]]. From there the population of the Wilds slowly increased before accelerating in the last century of the tenth millennium.		Eventually a combination of curiosity, advancements in non-magical technology, and ever-growing populations in the nearby lands began to draw settlers into the Arrajan Wilds. By {{Year\|4650}} multiple large towns existed in the region, the first of which were [[Arnun]], [[Hirmil]], and [[Caralis]]. From there the population of the Wilds slowly increased before accelerating in the last century of the tenth millennium.

	== Demographics ==		== Demographics ==

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	=== Flora ===		=== Flora ===
	Low-density forests cover a large proportion of the land area of the Wilds. In particular, the [[Arrajan Forest]], in the western half of the region, boasts massive pine trees that often grow up to ~~350~~ feet tall. Needles from these trees blanket the ground, preventing many other plants from gaining a foothold. As such, travel through the forests of Arrajan is comparatively easy, as those who pass through enjoy easy terrain and a good degree of visibility. The forests have drastically shrunk from their boundaries centuries ago, as ever increasing amounts of wood are needed by the inhabitants of the Wilds, and the trees grow too slowly to replenish what is cut down.		Low-density forests cover a large proportion of the land area of the Wilds. In particular, the [[Arrajan Forest]], in the western half of the region, boasts massive pine trees that often grow up to 250 feet tall. Needles from these trees blanket the ground, preventing many other plants from gaining a foothold. As such, travel through the forests of Arrajan is comparatively easy, as those who pass through enjoy easy terrain and a good degree of visibility. The forests have drastically shrunk from their boundaries centuries ago, as ever increasing amounts of wood are needed by the inhabitants of the Wilds, and the trees grow too slowly to replenish what is cut down.

	The rest of the surface area of Arrajan is mostly expansive arid grasslands and prairies, with tall grasses that a variety of creatures are known to hide in. Giant sunflowers grow above the grasses.		The rest of the surface area of Arrajan is mostly expansive arid grasslands and prairies, with tall grasses that a variety of creatures are known to hide in. Giant sunflowers grow above the grasses.

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	Most travel throughout the Wilds is done on foot or by way of domesticated animals. As travel through the region can be particularly dangerous, it is not uncommon for those seeking to venture between settlements to join larger passing caravans, a way of banding together for defense. Still, the kobold tribes that regularly engage in banditry against passing journeyers are undaunted by the prospect of attacking these caravans - if anything, they have merely caused the kobolds to devise ever more clever traps.		Most travel throughout the Wilds is done on foot or by way of domesticated animals. As travel through the region can be particularly dangerous, it is not uncommon for those seeking to venture between settlements to join larger passing caravans, a way of banding together for defense. Still, the kobold tribes that regularly engage in banditry against passing journeyers are undaunted by the prospect of attacking these caravans - if anything, they have merely caused the kobolds to devise ever more clever traps.

	Partially as a result of these persistent dangers, and partially to make up for not having any form of functioning magical transportation, a small number of clever Wildlander inventors have begun experimenting with a new method of traveling through Arrajan safely. Though the technology is still very much in its infancy, they have devised steam engine-driven vehicles that can carry passengers and cargo along fixed tracks. At present these are largely limited to short routes between Mayadun and several outlying settlements, but work is underway to eventually expand the tracks across the WIlds.		Partially as a result of these persistent dangers, and partially to make up for not having any form of functioning magical transportation, a small number of clever Wildlander inventors have begun experimenting with a new method of traveling through Arrajan safely. Though the technology is still very much in its infancy, they have devised ramshackle steam engine-driven vehicles that can carry passengers and cargo along fixed tracks. At present these are largely limited to short routes between Mayadun and several outlying settlements, but work is underway to eventually expand the tracks across the WIlds.

	=== Architecture and urbanization ===		=== Architecture and urbanization ===