Morhiel

The largest region of the Great North, Morhiel is just north of the Krigoth Mountains and is filled with thick, ancient forests, rocky hills, lakes, fjords, and permafrost in the most northern sections. Hard granite cliffs line the coasts, bordered by the raging Tordenhav to the west, and the cold Frystahav to the east, with Sikuin to the north, Morhiel is a harsh region, and the people and creatures living there are just as hardy. Morhiel is inhabited by the Morhillian, commonly populated by Humans, Shifters, lynx-like Tabaxi, Arakocra, Dwarves and Drow. The region is ruled over by a variety of Jarls who look after towns and the surrounding areas, all answering to the Oberjarl, the Morhillian king. Morhiel is also home to a variety of Giants, who live outside the laws and settlements of the Jarls, and form their own communities far from the homes of smaller humanoids.

Geography

The land of Morhiel is varied from coast to coast. Rugged coastlines with exposed grassy cliffs and hills, expansive inland lakes fed by mountain rivers, thick, ancient forests, fens, fjords and thick snowfall all combine to create a rugged, harsh landscape that supports a rich ecosystem and vibrant landscape. The winters in Morhiel are a very dark time, with short 5-7 hour days depending on how far north you are, with extremely long summer days. Winter blizzards are unpredictable and can last for days. Fertile valleys provide land for livestock and agriculture, lakes and seas contain a variety of fish that contributes a lot to the local diet. Houses are often made of stone, protected by walls or natural windbreaks, and very sturdy.

Fauna & Flora

One of the most important domesticated animals in Morhiel is the dog. Many people consider their dog's their lifeblood, whether is be as guards, hunting companions, or much-valued sledding dogs. Morhiel Elkhounds are useful hunting dogs, bred to take on large game and even face off bears. Briards are herding dogs with long coats that also act as decent guard dogs. Skjorstorn Huskies and Morhiel Malamutes are excellent sled dogs, though mix-breeds with some speedier lineage are also common to help flesh out a sledding team. Northern Wolfhounds can fulfil a variety of roles, from hunting, guarding, or even taking the role as war hounds. Other domestic animals common in Morhiel include Northland Cows for milk and meat, Great Northern Horses for transport and beasts of burden, Järnstad Forest Cats are valued as mousers and companions, considered a common gift for a married woman as a crucial part of the household. Hawks and Falcons are used for hunting in the less forested regions. In the southern sections of Morhiel, bee-farming is a profitable career, honey is highly valued. Pigs, sheep, and goats are popular farm animals, while chickens are commonly kept alongside personal gardens. Carrots, parsnips, spinach, cabbage, leeks, onions, and barley are commonly farmed along the coastlines and in the grassy central region.