Felidae

Map of Felidae

### Cities

Vredig, Slagvelden, Stengel, Gevlekte, Verrassing, Spuiter, Bijstellen, Verhevenheld

## People, Politics, and Economics

### Population

Bobcat-Folk, Tiger-Folk, Panther-Folk, Cheetah-Folk, Lion-Folk, Jaguar-Folk, Ocelot-Folk, large Cat-Folk

## Common Knowledge

It is an island in the Fera Isle Archipelago, in the southern grouping of islands. There are groups of large Cat-Folk roaming the island, such as the tiger-folk and lion-folk. The island is divided into many different tribes, many of which are constantly at war with each other over territory. The landscape of the island varies: there are mountainous areas, forests, plains, et cetera. Along with the tribes, there is the neutral territory of Vredig, which consists of many types of the big-cat-folk who do not wish to participate in the wars.

## Topography and Climate

It is a mix of a few different types of territory but they generally revolve around forested and grassy plains with mild differences in temperature. All of Felidae experiences four seasons. There are the Berg Mountains in the center of the island and many rivers that flow into the ocean around it. There are a few lakes also spread around the island.

## Population

The island is populated by large Cat-Folk such as Bobcat-Folk, Tiger-Folk, Panther-Folk, Cheetah-Folk, Lion-Folk, Jaguar-Folk, Ocelot-Folk. Each tribe of Cat-Folk has their own territory which they fiercely protect. The only tribe that actively tries to expand and assimilate other areas and tribes is the Tiger-Folk tribe.

## Exports and Trades

There is very little trade as the island is pretty isolated. Many who live there practice druidry or Animancy, others have a practical occupation like hunter, warrior, blacksmith, etc.

## Government

Each tribe governs themselves and Vredig is governed by two leaders who keep the peace. These two leaders make decisions for Vredig but are not considered the “ruling” people, they are essentially mayors for the territory but not much more.

## Military

There is no centralized military but most everyone is trained in combat due to the constant territory wars.

## Social Hierarchy and Culture

Each tribe has its own individual culture which are largely unknown, but it is very well known that Tiger-Folk think themselves superior and wish to expand their territory even more.

### Celebrations and Holidays

Besides individual celebrations of birth, coming of age and such there are no large-scale, island-wide celebrations.

Vredig celebrates its founding with a day of fun and games. Other tribes’ celebrations are largely unknown.

## Cities, Towns, and Villages

There are many villages and towns spread across the island and territories but the most notable are the “capitals” of each tribe’s territory and the city in the center of the neutral territory, Vredig.

### Vredig

Vredig is located on the northeastern coast of the island and consists of a village surrounded by a V-shaped river. There is no sole kind of big-cat-folk that lives there. The village welcomes all residents of the island so long as they do not cause trouble.

The area of Vredig was originally named Verbann and was used as a place of exile for big-cat-folk who were kicked out of their tribes. The tiger-folk sent one of their own, named Tuktio, there after he constantly refused to support their cause to “civilize” the other Felidae tribes. After living there on his own for some time, a jaguar-folk named Evelyr got exiled to the area, as well, after trying to heal an enemy soldier. She and Tuktio quickly became close and built a small living space for themselves. Soon, more exiles were sent there and they decided that if this was going to become a place for those who wanted nothing to do with the warring culture of their tribes, they may as well make it welcoming. They all worked together to create a small village that would come to expand over time, and changed the area’s name to Vredig, meaning “Peaceful.” The area went from a place of exile to a safe haven for those who did not want to be called useless or traitorous to their tribes.

### Slagvelden

The main settlement within the Tiger-Folk territory which means “Battlefields” as much of their territory was acquired through fighting. Located in the northwesternmost corner of the island of Felidae.

### Stengel

This is the Panther-Folk’s central village which is hidden in deep foliage under a thick canopy of trees, its name means “Stalk” which nods to how the Panther-Folk hunt. The Panther-Folk territory is directly next to the Tiger-Folk along the northern coast.

### Gevlekte

Located in Ocelot-Folk territory, it is the main village for these Cat-Folk. Gevlekte means “Spotted”, paying homage to the Ocelot-Folk’s distinct fur patterning. Located very close to the western coast, their territory is one of the few that is not directly next to another tribe’s.

### Verrassing

The Jaguar-Folk live up in the trees and so their main settlement is found buried in the tall canopy far above the forest floor. The name Verrassing comes from how the Jaguar-Folk hunt, by jumping out of trees onto their prey, therefore it means “Surprise”. Their territory is located in the center of the eastern half of the island, connecting two water bodies and next to the Lion-Folk it is a rather expansive territory.

### Spuiter

The Cheetah-Folk live on grassy plains and are almost as fast as the animal they share characteristics with. This settlement is on the easternmost border of their territory, set in the cave systems within the mountains there. This name is also based on a well-known aspect of the Cheetah-Folk, their speed, thus Spuiter means “Sprint”. Their territory is located directly below the Panther-Folk, almost directly in the center of the island.

### Verhevenheld

While the Lion-Folk are proud people, they are not like the Tiger-Folk who look down on those not of the Tiger-Folk. The Lion-Folk have their largest village where the plains and forest meet and its name suggests toward their prideful disposition. Meaning “Prominence”, Verhevenheld is regarded as the Lion-Folk’s capital. Having the largest stretch of territory the Lion-Folk lands encompass portions of the eastern woods, the southern Berg Mountains, and the western plains. It also touches the Cheetah-Folk territory in the west and the Jaguar-Folk in the east.

## Alliances

There are no alliances with anyone outside the island, there are temporary alliances between some of the tribes but they often don’t last long.

## Enemy Countries

There are no real enemies outside the island, the constant wars don’t allow for much animosity beyond its borders.

## Founding and History

This is the most major events of this island's history

7230-7310 AB: The tribes solidified from the nomadic family units

7361 AB: The first instance of the Tiger-Folk attempting to expand their territory. This also started the common tribal wars that still continue

8285 AB: Vredig was founded

8439 AB: First time another tribe tried to invade Vredig. The occupation failed. Vredig residents are all expected to be able to defend themselves in the event of another attack

Present day Felidae