Kutwhe

**Kutwhe** is an island country consisting of Kutwhe Island and the northern outlying Cailoon Islands. It is surrounded by the Marima Ocean and situated in the Southern Herethearian Islands region. It is bounded maritimely by Orchid Isle to the south and the countries of Toba and St. Walpurga to its southeast. East Kutwhe City is the capital and largest city of Kutwhe and is located in the southeastern portion of the main island of Kutwhe. Kutwhe is one of the most populous cities in the Southern Herethearian Islands with a population of 22,5 million people.

## Geography and Climate

### Geography and Land

Kutwhe is about 63,200 km² in size and is one of the smallest countries in the Southern Herethear, being half the size of Mako Mako which is 126,600 km² in size. . Kutwhe is an archipelago of islands with a large island about 46,200 km² in size home to 70% of it's population (approx. 15,750,000) and Cailoon at 30% of it's population (6,750,000). Everywhere in Kutwhe, the closest foreign lands are generally the Orchid Isle, and has Mako Mako and Toba about equidistant across the seas from Kutwhe. The main island at 46,200 km² comprises 73.1% of the country's total land area, and Cailoon comprises just 26.9% of the country's land area. Southernmost Kutwhe to northernmost Orchid Isle is approximately 129 km.

### Climate and Nature

The main island has higher elevations to the west at 1,500 m above the sea level enjoying a fairly resolute cool temperate climate (with an average of around 20 degrees Celsius year-round) with tropical pine forests being the prime land feature. The entire east coast of Kutwhe is much, much lower to the sea, about just 13 meters above sea level with a tropical, hot climate year-round and being very rainy from June to October. Western Kutwhe used to be a vast mountain zone with lush highland forests, teeming with various wildlife such as the indigenous deer, cloud rats, monkey-eating eagles, warty pigs, and numerous species of flora. The area was a hunting ground of the indigenous peoples, notably the Kutwheanic Farma.

The nation of Kutwhe is home to a diverse array of wildlife, with an estimated 110 mammal species, 27 reptile species, and 18 amphibian species inhabiting its landscapes. While exact census figures are unknown for avian and invertebrate populations, it is presumed each taxon contains over 1,000 distinct species.

Several dangerous varieties indigenous to Kutwhe include tigers, white and bull sharks, crocodiles, alligators, leeches, sea turtles, and reticulated pythons. In particular, the proliferation of water buffaloes has led to increased human-wildlife conflict, with over 200 reported buffalo attacks in the last decade.

Kutwhe draws ornithologists and naturalists interested in its unique flora and fauna. Wildlife also remains prominent even within urban environments, as white-tailed deer, white sharks, and water buffaloes are commonly sighted intruding into city limits via both terrestrial and marine pathways. Overall, Kutwhe maintains a rich diversity of ecological communities and represents an important region for biodiversity conservation.

## Demographics

Kutwhe is home to 22,500,000 people, but there are about 60,200,000 Kutwheans worldwide (including Kutwhe), where they are common expats in countries like Kosnatica, Mako Mako, and The Royal North.

The number of Indigenous Peoples in Kutwhe is unknown, but it is estimated that between 10% and 20% of the country's population identify as having tribal roots or being currently affiliated with a tribe, densities of Indigenous peoples are higher the more south you reach in the country and become lower the more north you reach in the country. About 96% (21,600,000) of the population identifies as ethnic Kutwheanic.

### LGBT demographics

Kutwhean society historically embraced a tolerant view of LGBT rights, influenced by the predominant Makolan Beliefs. Makolan theology originally encouraged individuals to freely choose romantic partners.

In the colonial period, when explorers from other lands learned of Makolan Beliefs, some disagreed with its progressive stances. Nomadic preachers began integrating their own interpretations, placing a stronger emphasis on heteronormative relationships within Makolan doctrine. Over time, this shifted mainstream Makolan views on issues of sexuality.

Today, Kutwhe is largely secular, with a minority adherence to the adapted Makolan Beliefs. As religiosity declines, societal attitudes have become increasingly accepting of LGBT rights and relationships. The nation aims to uphold values of equality, diversity and individual freedom in personal matters. Kutwhe's secularization has supported a return to its historical tradition of progressive stances on issues relating to sexual orientation and gender identity. In a survey of 85,000 people conducted in East Kutwhe City, 77-79% of respondents generally agreed with the notion that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender populations should be treated with as much respect as any other group. It is not clear, but estimated, that about 5% of the population is LGBT with rising numbers in new generations (1,125,000).

### Third Gender (Recacesash)

Recacesashes are a term used to describe a person who was assigned male at birth and has adopted a gender expression that is feminine. They are often considered a third gender. Many recacesashes are exclusively attracted to men and some identify as women. Recacesashes are often stereotyped by the general population as a flamboyant, camp cross-dresser who works in a beauty salon; in reality, the recacesash thrives in numerous sectors of society, from the lower to the upper levels. Less than 0,3% of the population identifies as recacesash, but their proportions are high, as far as reaching *4*% in parts of East Kutwhe City.