Orc
The orc is a subrace of Man that is known for its strength and brutality in combat. They usually form clans of all sizes, disallowing other races to join.
Basic Information
Anatomy
The orc is a stout, hearty, and tall race. They sport large bottom fangs, often reaching above their top lip. Their jaw extends out naturally, allowing these fangs to grow.
Genetics and Reproduction
The orc goes through sexual reproduction, the baby often taking the usual 9 months to birth.
Ecology and Habitats
The orc in its natural habitat can be found in hills and mountains, often in the cold. Some orcs, however, do live within the forests and marshes.
Dietary Needs and Habits
The orc is an omnivore but often feeds on meat for its protein. It hunts as any normal sentient being would.
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
It has large fangs, protruding from its bottom jaw. It also often grows a lot of hair on the bottom of its chin, up the cheeks and on top. It rarely grows hair on the top lip and on the sides of the mouth.
Average Intelligence
The average orc has a below average intelligence for the standard sentient being.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
The orc has a darksense sight, able to see into the dark like an elf.
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
The first names of mountain orcs are often short and feature many -ok sounds, while the first names of forest and hill orcs can be lengthy and sound fluid. Their last names are often gruesome and violent.
Major Organizations
The Silverblood Tribe consists of orcs.
Beauty Ideals
The ideal orc, male or female, adorns large earrings, many piercings, and a large physique.
Gender Ideals
Males and females often do not vary, performing hunts and battles together to ensure power.
Average Technological Level
Orcs are technologically adept, yet often use primitive technology such as claw weapons and spears.
Major Language Groups and Dialects
Orcs speak Common, Elvish, and Oruk
Historical Figures
The Blackfang Twins-- Lurbuk and Jorgak Blackfang are two mountain orcs that created the Silverblood Tribe, one of the largest orc clans in Faymare.
Androxys Avonis- Androxys was a forest orc that created the Shaman nation and opened the portal to the spirit world. He was the first Shaman to exist.
Interspecies Relations and Assumptions
Orcs often seen other races as weak and inferior, from the small Halfling to even the mighty Ashkaviir.
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Scientific Name
Homo Sapiens Ork
Origin/Ancestry
Elf
Lifespan
150 years
Average Height
6ft - 6'5''
Average Weight
180-200 lbs.
Average Physique
The orc is often bustly, with large features all around its body.
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
The orc varies in color. Many forest and hill orcs vary from light to dark green. Meanwhile, the mountain orcs often have bland grey colors.
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