Shagirrin
POPULATION: 65K
RELIGION: The Old Tradition
ETHNIC GROUPS: Gwiˈbo, Mìrhn
LANGUAGES SPOKEN: COLMERHÆD, Shagirrin accent - 35K / Aggir - 30K
CURRENCY: Aolling Findam
TOWNS: Halthwi, Cwennth
VILLAGES: Farrah, Ipich, Tam-Invernon, Brenn Dae, Cillamerain, Curickey, Wickbeque
The icy realm of Shagirrin is a land few would willingly call home. This frigid territory, inhabited by the Mìrhn and Gwiˈbo peoples, boasts an otherworldly charm that both captivates and repels. Shagirrin, with its barren crags and relentless winds, is a place where the elements reign supreme and survival is a constant battle against nature's fury. The Mìrhn, an Aggir-speaking minority group within the region, are devout adherents of The Old Tradition, their unwavering faith in which leads them to believe that the nearly deserted arctic island of Garraine is the sacred dwelling place of divine beings, slumbering beneath the earth's surface. A select group of Mìrhn priests diligently reside on the island, their sole purpose being to supplicate these colossal deities through offerings of food and drink; the Mirhn religious community in Shagirrin exists in large part to prop up the performance of such rites. The Gwi'bo, with their distinct Shagirrin-accented Colmerhæd, also call this land their home. These hardy and stern individuals have learned to adapt to its extreme conditions, but even their resilience cannot mask the inhospitable nature of the environment. The bone-chilling cold, relentless storms, and unyielding landscapes form the backdrop of their daily existence. It is a place where survival is an everyday battle, and only those with an unwavering determination dare to brave its challenges. Despite its mystical charm, Shagirrin remains a place that only the most dedicated and perhaps eccentric individuals would consider settling. The bad weather, harsh living conditions, and isolation from the rest of the world deter all but the most fervently religious or the extremely adventurous. The allure of divine connections and the pull of the unknown can intrigue intellectuals, but it takes a special kind of determination to call this frozen land home. Shagirrin, with its enigmatic appeal, stands as a testament to the raw power of nature and the indomitable spirit of its inhabitants. It is a land of mystical wonders and treacherous beauty, where the winds whisper ancient secrets and the icy landscapes evoke a sense of awe, its allure reserved for the brave and the faithful.
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