Astna
Astna is a Talyxian biome area which occupies an extensive range of Northern lands on Planet Tal.
Most of the areas within Astna are composed of wastelands or plains which feature few Talyxian biomes. The few biomes which can be found at the boundary with the forest areas are characterized as having a comparatively low mutability ratio and are static in nature. Of course, there are still deeper areas of the forests and they are exempt from this condition.
There are various kinds of wildlife in this area, ranging from small-sized and defenseless animals such as Talyxian hares and moles all the way up to middle or large-sized, threatening animals such as Dondokos and House peckers.
The main characters from the Vilous Manga, Episode 4, “The Twelve Plainswalkers” adventure through this area.
Biomes comprised of plains and wasteland areas are characterized by the existence of many molehills and Myriabushes, also known and referred to as Gejigemi by the Eltus people, black and low-height thickets or bushes which look like multiple, interconnected, long insect legs. Most of the Sergals which belong to the Sieg classification forage their food from these places. Also, some of them will sometimes encounter roaming creatures such as Dondokos and House Peckers, or Brave clan Sergals which are traveling vast lands in order to scout for their prey.
Border regions in Talyxian biomes
Most of the areas in Astna are composed of wastelands or plains which feature few Talyxian biomes. The few biomes which can be found at the boundary with the forest areas are characterized as having a comparatively low mutability ratio and are static in nature.
Talyxian plants in these areas are known to display a regularity or pattern to their shapes, similar in aspect to what Eltus plants have. These plants serve as a resource for Shamans and Northern Reono people.
The state of these biomes is considered to be the result of Talyxian Wolves, which have lived in these areas for a long period of time and have continued to cut away and trim at the flora and fauna in order to divide and mitigate it. (Of course, the deeper areas of the forests may be exempt from this condition.)
Included in the various flora presented are the horsetail-shaped weeds that were often seen in the Vilous manga episode 4, “The Twelve Plainswalkers.” Depending on the conditions of the environment, these weeds are able to shift their coloration within a rough spectrum consisting of purple, beige and light blue.
Interpretation of the artwork
The time period is not determined, however, the location presented is located within the Northeastern lands of Planet Tal, where the border of Astna and Thekan meet. The Talyxian biome forest bordering the desert such as presented in the artwork is a very familiar sight to Northern people, scenery such as this can be seen throughout the whole of Northern habitable areas. Beyond the Talyxian forest line, the desert can be readily identified as a yellowish-white horizon.
Talyxian resin trees
The blue translucent trees presented actually display a curious nature, comparable to that of Earth-like synthetic resin (similar to plastic). These Talyxian ‘resin trees’ are prized as a valuable source for craft material, and feature a varied and wide range of types and modifiable attributes. Some types include glitter particles inside of them that shine by virtue of reflecting light. Some offer resistance to high temperatures and others have a high elasticity rate. Due to their beautiful appearance and high versatility, they are harvested by Eltus people and exported to Gold Ring, in order to be used in various ways such as material for accessories or tools.
These resins mainly originate from the surrounding Northern Talyxian biome forests. They were already known among Agudner craftsmen in the civilized areas such as Reono from old times. However, harvesting them from the more uncivilized areas proved difficult, as such they were not as common a material. In the Shigu monarchy period under General Rain’s rule, Northern people began to use resin trees in full swing as material for their weapons and so on. After the end of the war, they established processing methods and began to treat them as main exportable goods.
As most resins would, applied heat causes them to become soft, sticky, and malleable. Once they begin to cool, they will harden to a firm state, perfect for binding blades and shafts of spears together, as well as other tools. In the past, this resin resource was overlooked, as the trees were not seen as a food source for the rustic Northern lifestyle. However, in years closer to the modern era, these trees have dropped drastically in number as continued high demands for the resin led to over-harvesting.
The Sergal presented in the artwork is wearing a Reono styled outfit, they are visiting here in order to scout in advance for suitable materials. Due to their light set of clothing, it can be easily assumed Eltus people's village exist nearby.
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