Vishim Desert

The Vishim desert is in the rain shadow of the mountains and has one major river, the Zyengyi, running through it. It has very hot summers with little rain, during which time the population of its major city, Gadjae, expands due to its location on the river. Winters are very cold and frequently snow. Summer temperatures can reach over 40, while in the winter it plunges to -40, and agriculture is nearly impossible with its sandy, dry ground. Most residents are nomadic.

Geography

The desert is located at a high altitude, formed in the rain shadow of the mountains. The majority of the desert is hard, rocky ground, but in the southeast, large sand dunes are formed. Rock formations are scattered throughout. The farther east you go, the greener it gets as it slowly transitions into the steppe.