Orcs
Ask any Imperial citizen about the Orcs and they are likely to tell you one of two things. For most citizens, the Orcs are thing of myth, with tales of their great battles against unknown beasts often told in taverns and inns across the Empire. Those lucky enough to hear from an Orkskald are treated to a grand and rich history, fraught with danger and briming with heroic deeds. Indeed, all citizens of the Empire have heard the stories set down in the Xisvarnaðr - tales of Ceannaire Raghild the Bladesinger, who singlehandedly felled the great Skaði - a dire wolf of immense size and power. Those lucky enough to have experience Orcish culture first hand will likely tell you of the Clansongs, an oral tradition passed down from warrior to warrior, with each adding their own accomplishments to the tale. The songs can often be hundreds of verses long and learning them is often considered a rite of passage in the Orcish culture. If they are especially lucky, they will have had the chance to sample the great variety of Orcish cuisine, made with rare spices and ingredients. Indeed, Orcish feasts are an event in and of themselves [...]
Orcs are the second most common Adaptation. They retained the sharp teeth and height of the Origa but with mostly human skin tones. They are, on average, a bit larger than humans. The most interesting aspect of Orcs is their culture, which is marked by a passion for any endeavor they undertake. Orcs make up some of the fiercest warriors, finest poets, and most wonderful chefs in the land - anywhere there is a skill to be mastered, it is a good bet that an Orc is working to do so.
Northern Reaches
In the Northern Reaches, the Orcs fight to protect the realm from the great beasts and monsters that sometimes slip through the Evermist from the Outlands. It's believed that left unchecked, the monsters and beasts of the North could eventually organize into a force strong enough to overtake the Empire. The Orcs, along with some special operation teams of the The Caerwynite Army, ensure that the dangers are quelled before this can happen.
Kaksifüng sar ya Nih
The Kaksifüng sar ya Nih (Leader of the North) is the highest position that an Orc can attain. This individual acts as the
Wild Lands
Across the Realm
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
Dürdü /ˈdɨrdɨ/, Chüh /ʧɨh/, Adfü /ˈɛdfɨ/ Female Names
Mü /mɨ/, Chüpti /ˈʧɨptə/, Nalʻü /nɛlˈʔɨ/, Ülʻa /ˈɨlʔɛ/ Clan Names
Aʻaw /ˈɛʔɛw/, Niksa /ˈnəksɛ/, Nilgi /nəlˈgə/, Imüma /ˈəmɨmɛ/
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