Orc

Overview

Tales of old depict orcs as brutish unintelligent beings, this is false. Orcs stand on traditions, clans protect the elders and protect the young. Most common orcs are strong relentless and favour a sword or axe over a bow. Some orcs rise to become leaders of goblins and trolls, others a simple life within their clans.

Orcs and dwarves history of fighting over land disputes of mines and mountains continues the old history of brutish warriors. Many become glory seekers trying to prove themselves to their war chiefs to become the next successor.

Appearance

Orcs are powerful, heavily built humanoids with muscular frames, strong features and prominent tusks. Green and earthy skin, dark hair, leather, hides, fur, metal armour and meaningful scars are common.

Limitations

Large Build:
Orcs are less suited to confined spaces.

Brute Reputation:
Outsiders may wrongly assume Orcs are unintelligent or violent.

Pride:
Challenges to honour, clan or family provoke strong reactions.

Limited Agility:
Orcs cannot match smaller races in stealth.

Maturity & Lifespan

Maturity Age: Orcs reach adulthood around 14 years of age.

Lifespan: Living to be 75–110 years of age.

Traits & Culture

Orc culture emphasises clan, loyalty and protecting one’s people. Strength includes craftsmen, hunters, leaders and providers; elders, weapons, trophies and family stories are respected.

COMMON ROLES / PROFESSIONS (OPTIONAL)

Orc culture strongly respects useful skills, particularly those that protect or provide for a community.

Suggested roles:

Weaponsmith
Armorsmith
Beast Master
Breeder
Farmer
Hunter
Guard

These are only suggestions. Orc characters may choose any profession permitted by the server.