Geography of Akashiro

== Introduction ==
The Akashiro Shogunate has remarkable physical diversity, nestled along the eastern shores of Halinn. Encompassing lush forests, expansive fields, and a majestic mountain range known as the Tengaki mountain range, it presents a captivating landscape. To the west, it features the Hitama Plateau.
== Geography ==
=== General ===
Akashiro is situated on the eastern coast of Halinn, and is made of multiple different biomes and is generally temperate in climate, excluding the icy-cold mountains and hot western plateaus and savanas.
The main biomes within Akashiro consists of:
=== Tengaki Mountain Range ===
==== Introduction: ====
They reside on the eastern side of Akashiro and spans from northern Akashiro to northern Viratyn, with the peaks serving as the eastern border to Soijiro. The mountains are home to many monasteries and settlements, including Nyd Metog
==== Nature: ====
While the Tengaki mountains are extremely cold and it's slopes are usually unsuitable for life, some life forms did manage to adapt and survive on it's icy peaks and slopes
Flora
Tengaki mountains are limited on flora, however some types of shrubs, bushes and a minor amount of trees do survive in it's harsh conditions, most are currently under preservation by the Akashiren government, this include The Mizurana Oak tree, a prized rare specie of Oak tree residing on small water streams that run down from Tengaki mountains, other Flora may include different types of shrubs and bushes such as Camellia flowers and the hallucinating plant, Tengaki Spittoon, a plant used in making a certain drug that gives people Hallucinations which are often associated with prayer.
Fauna
Tengaki mountains observe many different types of animals, from large mammals to small rodents and insects, for example, The Akashiren Yak, a large ox-like hairy animal that is used in farming by the Akashiren people, another is the Tengaki Ibex or goats which are highly aggressive but are currently under protection as they are extremely low in numbers, insects of the Tengaki mountains range from multiple types of Beetles, spiders and mites, any of which are usually smaller in size than normal insects due to the low oxygen levels, many birds reside on the lower parts of Tengaki mountains such as The Akashiren eagle. 
=== Asagi and Tsiwari Fields ===
==== Introduction: ====
The main 2 fields of Akashiro consists of The Asagi Fields in southern Akashiro and the Tsiwari Fields in eastern Akashiro which is home to Nojo, the farming city and main food source of Akashiro. 
==== Nature: ====
The fields harbor a large amount of flora and fauna diversity, many of which are used in medicine, food and religious practices.
Flora
The fields of Akashiro showcase a remarkable diversity of flora, with a wide range of flower and bush species. Among these, you can find everything from tulips and peonies to roses. Additionally, these fields are abundant in wild edible mushrooms and berries. Notably, the Yagaimo, a type of potato plant that has spread to the Akashiren fields, is frequently harvested and cultivated in local farms and farming towns like Nojo which gives a stable food source to the whole of Akashiro, the fields are also home to many different root-plants and shrubs that are used as spices in Akashiren cuisine such as Nanuwabi and Sasakura, both usually cultivated and harvested in small gardens by Akashiren citizens.
Fauna
The Akashiren fields are teeming with diverse wildlife, showcasing a wide variety of rodents and mammals. Notable among them are moles, rabbits, and the distinctive Akashiren wolves. These wolves are slightly smaller than the common grey wolf, an adaptation that enhances their speed for hunting the smaller faster rodents. In addition to mammals, the fields boast a rich variety of insects. Among these are numerous beetles, including the native red giant fireflies of Halinn, as well as various species of ants and phasmids.
=== Tennyoku Forests ===
==== Introduction ====
The Tennyoku forests are a unique set of three distinct forest types: cherry blossom forests to the east, common forests in the center, and birch forests to the west. This diverse combination results in the highest concentration of flora and fauna diversity in Akashiro.
=== Nature ===
The unique combination of these forests creates the highest concentration of biodiversity in Akashiro, home to a wide variety of plant and animal species.
Flora
The forests are lush, with many different species of trees, moss, and bushes growing in them, the most common trees are common oak, birch, the Todorotoki Maple trees which produce a delicious sweet maple syrup and the national tree of Akashiro, the Cherry blossom trees, blue berry and black berry bushes are present in the forests and as well as the common sweet berry bushes, the forests also boasts a diverse collection of mushrooms and vines, both edible and poisonous. 
Fauna
The forests are home to many species of birds and mammals, as well as rodents, squirrels are often spotted on trees, and different species of mice find refuge in dead hollow tree trunks, birds such as the famous Yoroko Green Peafowl, the national bird and animal of Akashiro also lives in the outskirts of these forests, many species of feline animals live in these forests as well, such as white tigers and the Tsutesogu cats.
=== Hitama Plateau ===
==== Introduction ====
The Hitama plateau is the large plateau on the western side of Akashiro, it is a the second harshest region in Akashiro after the Tengaki mountains.
==== Nature ====
The plateau has a unique ecosystem found nowhere else on Akashiro, serving as a habitat for a diverse range of animal species and plants. 
Flora 
The plateau is divided into two distinct regions, each featuring its own unique plant life. The southern region, characterized by higher humidity, hosts numerous tree species and a greater diversity of bushes and fungi. In contrast, the northern region is more arid, supporting savanna-like vegetation, including acacia trees. 
Fauna 
The southern region of the plateau is home to a wide variety of animals, including foxes, wolves, and various bird species such as vultures. Despite having less vegetation, the northern part supports diverse wildlife, including snakes, turtles, and numerous mammals, notably the local herds of Akashiren ibex. 
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