Hnanó
Rahlúic: Hnanó /n̥aːnouː/
Hnanó is the common name for the karst region that covers much of southern and southeastern Örkraz, bordered by the Knip Sea to the south, savanna to the north, and gives way to semi-tropical woodlands and basalt formations to the west and southwest.
The southern part of the region was originally inhabited by Goblins, who were later on pushed east and north by orcish populations as the latter expanded their territories beyond the Gjóm Highlands in the central part of the continent. Unlike the highlands, Hnanó has never been home to large states and cities, as arable land is limited within the rugged terrain and thus settlements are rather small and scattered throughout the region. The largest settlements are found in major river valleys, such as Arahle, or along the coast, connected by winding roads.
Despite this, the land has special significance to many orcish cultures, as it's where several sacred caves, lakes and groves are located, chief of which are the Brökúrró Ú Caves, where a number of people make pilgrimage throughout the year to honour the spirits of the ancestors and receive their blessings.
Traditional industries in Hnanó include mining for Hlölkite and other ores, making pottery and sculptures, fishing in rivers and sea, growing nuts and sugarcane, and raising Palm Fowl. Tourism has also brought the Hlörans and other natives a significant income, with the main attractions being guided tours through certain caves, both on foot and in the form of cave diving, and in the last couple of years, Hnanó has become popular place for making music videos.
Hnanó is the common name for the karst region that covers much of southern and southeastern Örkraz, bordered by the Knip Sea to the south, savanna to the north, and gives way to semi-tropical woodlands and basalt formations to the west and southwest.
The southern part of the region was originally inhabited by Goblins, who were later on pushed east and north by orcish populations as the latter expanded their territories beyond the Gjóm Highlands in the central part of the continent. Unlike the highlands, Hnanó has never been home to large states and cities, as arable land is limited within the rugged terrain and thus settlements are rather small and scattered throughout the region. The largest settlements are found in major river valleys, such as Arahle, or along the coast, connected by winding roads.
Despite this, the land has special significance to many orcish cultures, as it's where several sacred caves, lakes and groves are located, chief of which are the Brökúrró Ú Caves, where a number of people make pilgrimage throughout the year to honour the spirits of the ancestors and receive their blessings.
Traditional industries in Hnanó include mining for Hlölkite and other ores, making pottery and sculptures, fishing in rivers and sea, growing nuts and sugarcane, and raising Palm Fowl. Tourism has also brought the Hlörans and other natives a significant income, with the main attractions being guided tours through certain caves, both on foot and in the form of cave diving, and in the last couple of years, Hnanó has become popular place for making music videos.
Geography
Shrubs and subtropical dry forests are common throughout the region, particularly to the west, while mangroves are found in certain places along the coast to the south. Most rivers and creeks disappear into the earth at some point or are entirely underground, with Galrö being one of the few major rivers that actually reach the sea on the surface.
Sinkholes and caves are common, with the latter often supporting their own unique ecosystems.
Sinkholes and caves are common, with the latter often supporting their own unique ecosystems.
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