Balao
Balao is a farming village in the West Sahlabao Desert, it is also the southernmost settlement in Meintalia. Balao mainly farm livestock, particularly cattle and sheep, but there are some fields used for horticulture.
Demographics
The majority of the population are Sahlahkeshi but there's a strong human presence. There are a few people of other races here, but very few. The community in Balao are rural and agricultural, keeping to themselves and working hard to keep the village afloat.
Government
Balao is led by High Chief Kalamin, although he resides in Sahlakaoleh. There is frequent communication between Balao and the High Chief through message runners, but Balao has no appointed leader or ruler as such.
Industry & Trade
Most of Balao's exports are wool, dairy produce and meat, sent straight to Sahlakaoleh for High Chief Kalamin to do with as he pleases. Usually, this is to distribute amongst the people of Sahlabao, but excess is sent north to supply The Empire.
Infrastructure
Most of the buildings in Balao are constructed of sandstone harvested from local caves or the Sahlak Mountains. It's a fairly widespread village, with scattered houses most of which have small livestock sheds attached to provide shade for their animals.
Geography
Being in the West Sahlabao Desert, the land is more dry and rocky than sandy, not ideal for agriculture but there are places where plants can thrive. Balao is situated on a flat plain of dry ground, looking out across the sprawling desert in all directions.
Founding Date
711 E3
Type
Village
Population
600
Location under
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