Wegivart Alpine Tundra

Place

Place Name:

Wegivart Alpine Tundra

Biome:

Alpine Tundra

Size:

Unknown

Continent:

Unknown

Subcontinent

Unknown

Geography

The terrain of the Wegivart region was dominated by its towering mountain ranges that were snowcapped all year round. They rose to an average heigh of over six thousand meters above sea level and were the filled with alpine forest up to five thousand meters. The terrain beyond this point was barren and consisted of rocky outcrops that were covered in snow and ice. The alpine forests were covered in a variety of alpine trees and were home to a thriving ecosystem of both flora and fauna. Many rare and exotic animals could be found in these cold forests.

These animals were hunted by the zu'aan for their fur which was a vital part of their clothing and famed for their insulation and ability to retain heat. They were needed to fend off the chilling temperatures of the region that would regularly plummet below freezing levels. Their red meat was also a necessary part of their diet. It was known for the high fat content and the warmth that it produced once it was consumed. The animals of these regions were known for their ferocity and scavenging nature.

They would actively hunt all kinds of animals and even feed on carcasses during the mild summers and go into hibernation during the coldest winter months. The lower reaches of the Wegivart region gave way to rolling hills and plains that were known as the tundra. The terrain was covered in short reddish grasses and other varieties of short plants and shrubs. There was a distinct lack of trees in this part of the Wegivart which was home to many of the first zu'aan inhabitants of the region.

This part of the tundra was filled with an abundance of large rocky outcrops and formations that had contained many cracks and caves within them. These served as the first natural habitats of the zu'aan. They would slowly abandon these dwellings in exchange for wooden houses that they built using the wood from the foothills of the mountains. Agriculture was also conducted in a small scale during the short summer months. They also maintained many regular cattle which fed on the mosses and plants of the tundra region.

The climate of the Wegivart region was known for its cold and unforgiving nature. Preparation was key in order to survive within these lands. The region experienced three distinct seasons in a year- spring, summer and winter. In spring the lower plains and hills of the regions would thaw out and the flowers and plants would begin to bloom, while the mountains remained covered in the winter snow. The temperatures would hover around in the single digits, only occasionally crossing into double figures.

With the arrival of summer, the lower reaches of the mountains would begin to thaw out. The temperatures during this season would be in double figures but never crossing beyond the twenty mark. Agriculture could be practiced in the lower tundra regions during this short period. Winter was the most brutal time of the year. Temperatures would drop to below freezing levels and the entire region would be covered in a thick layer of snow.

Plants

The Wegivart's three distinctive zones, the snowy mountains, the lower reaches of the mountains and the tundra region had their own different types of vegetation depending on the soil conditions and the weather of the area. They could vary from the sparsely vegetated mountain peaks where the only plants were hardy and resilient shrubs that could survive in the snowy conditions and did not need much soil. The lower reaches of the mountains had plenty of soil and supported a wide variety of coniferous trees that formed large forests covering the entire lower slopes.

The conditions here were generally more favorable and was inhabited by many animals and wildlife. The low hills and plains which were called the tundra lacked any major tree cover but was home to a variety of ferns, mosses and plants that covered the entire floor. These regions were also cultivated by the zu'aan during the short winter months when they would grow some resilient crops that were resistant to the cold conditions. The plants did not have to worry about water since the region would be filled with many small streams and rivers once the snow from the higher altitudes began to thaw in the summer months.

These crops provided the zu'aan with a secondary source of food when their hunting activities were compromised and made them self-sufficient. Some of the most famous plants of the region were the cadoci shrubs that grew in the snow-covered peaks of the Wegivart's mountains, the tursul pines that covered most of the forest of the lower slopes and were a vital resource for the zu'aan's construction activities, the ienthi grasses that grew along the tundra and the berav crops of the native zu'aan.

The cadoci was among the few vegetation that could be found in the mountain peaks of the region. It could be picked out by its distinctive blue flowers that grew out of its stems. it was a common component of many tonics and herbal medicine and many zu'aan adventurers would regularly risk their lives trying to secure these plants for a healthy profit. The plant required no soil and could grow off rock surfaces that were common in the region. It was a typically small plant that measured no more than thirty centimeters from root to tip, making it very hard to spot in the glinting snow.

The tursul was a common pine tree that was found in the lower reaches of the Wegivart region. It could grow to a height of over twenty-five meters and became popular for its widespread use in the construction activities of the zu'aan. Entire settlements and defenses in the Wegivart region were built with out of this tree. It had a lot of characteristics that were common to coniferous trees such as needle like leaves and pine cones. It was slightly darker in color due to the lack of sunlight in the region and could almost appear a dark, dull blue at times.

The ienthi was a common grass of the tundra region that was known for its reddish, brown color. Entire grasslands were covered with this grass making the terrain appear red during the springs and summers. The berav was a hardy crop that was grown by the zu'aan of the region. It was suited to the soil of the region and did not require much sunlight or warmth.

Animals

The Wegivart alpine tundra region was home to a variety of wildlife that were accustomed to the brutally cold conditions of the region. The wildlife varied according to the different zones and one could expect to find a wider variety in the ecosystems of the lower altitudes. The mountain peaks were home to a few predatory birds that made their nests on the rocky crags and cliff faces. The lower slopes of the mountains had more active ecosystems that were filled with all kinds of predators and plant eating species.

The trees in these parts of the region were teeming with wildlife and the zu'aan hunters would regularly venture into these parts to do most of their hunting. Many lumber parties also set up camps in these parts where they would regularly come into contact with the dangerous wildlife of the region. They would learn to take precautionary measures every time they entered these parts of the Wegivart as it contained some of the most ferocious animals found anywhere in the continent. These animals were driven by survival and would do anything within their power to get their next meal.

Eating was a matter of life and death in this part of the world where the body burnt calories and food stores faster to create its own heat. Many of these animals would store up large reserves within their bodies and hibernate during the most brutal parts of winter in order to slow down their metabolism. It was a common tactic of the hunters to brave the cold weather and hunt these animals while they were hibernating in order to minimize the risk to themselves. Some of the most common wildlife of the region included the large ton'bela bear, the irn birds, the lenona scavenging foxes and the onala moose.

The ton'bela was considered as the greatest prize and a proof of bravery for the hunters of this region. It could be found in the forest of the lower slopes, where it would camp out within caves and among rock formations. The beast could grow to a height of over fifteen feet and could weigh over five hundred pounds. It was equipped with long claws as well as a powerful bite that could tear apart limb and bone. It had mottled white and black fur that allowed it to easily blend into the environment of the region.

The ton'bela had a large layer of fat that covered its entire body and acted as a food reserve for the long and brutal winters. It could also protect the bear from major injuries such as cuts and piercing wounds. The irn was a predatory bird that could be found in the highest mountain peaks of the region. It made its nests in these high altitudes to prevent its eggs and fledglings from becoming prey to other animals of the region. The bird would stalk the lower tundra regions looking to snatch up smaller animals for food.

The lenona was a scavenging fox that usually worked in large packs and were known for their cunning and savagery. They could take down animals larger than themselves by working as a team. They had complicated group dynamics with designated leaders, fighters and workers. They were among the most social animals in the Wegivart region. The onala was a big moose like creature that stood at close to six feet and could weigh about three hundred pounds. It was a good source of fur as well as meat for the local zu'aan of the area.

Historical Timeline of Ages

Age Name	Dates	Controller
Stone Age	Before 1E 0	Unknown
Copper Age	1E 1–1E 2200	Unknown
Bronze Age	1E 2200–1E 4400	Unknown
Iron Age	2E 0–2E 700	Unknown
Ancient Age	2E 700–2E 2200	Unknown
Middle Age	3E 0–3E 2050	Unknown
Early Modern Age	3E 2050–3E 2600	Unknown
Industrial Age	3E 2600–3E 2700	Unknown
Machine Age	3E 2700–3E 2800	Unknown
Atomic Age	3E 2800–3E 2850	Unknown
Space Age	3E 2850–3E 2875	Unknown
Information Age	3E 2875–3E 2900	Unknown
Genetic Age	3E 2950–3E 3000	Unknown
Awakening Age	3E 3000–3E 3415	Unknown
Twilight Age	4E 0–4E 500	Menelocheno Tribal Zu'Aan

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