Half-Orcs

Description

Whether united under the leadership of a mighty sorcerer or having fought to a standstill after years of conflict, orc and human tribes sometimes form alliances, joining forces into a larger horde to the terror of civilized lands in Thuria. When these alliances are sealed by marriages, half-orcs are born. Some half-orcs rise to become proud chiefs of orc tribes, their human blood giving them an edge over their full-blooded orc rivals. Some venture into the world to prove their worth among humans and other more civilized races. Many of these become adventurers, achieving greatness for their mighty deeds and notoriety for their barbaric customs and savage fury. Like other half-breeds, half-orcs combined the natures of both their lineages into a unique whole, a trait which extended into their mentality as well as their physical qualities. Like humans, half-orcs were quick to action, tenacious and bold, and possessed an adaptability that was unusual among most races. This was useful to the race given that they were considered outsiders just about everywhere; they had the ability to thrive in unwelcome or unusual locations, which was a necessity for a half-orc’s welfare.

Character Build

Half-orcs’ grayish pigmentation, sloping foreheads, jutting jaws, prominent teeth, and towering builds make their orcish heritage plain for all to see. Orcs regard battle scars as tokens of pride and ornamental scars as things of beauty. Other scars, though, mark an orc or half-orc as a former slave or a disgraced exile. Any half-orc who has lived among or near orcs has scars, whether they are marks of humiliation or of pride, recounting their past exploits and injuries. Such a half-orc living among humans might display these scars proudly or hide them in shame.

• Height Minimum = 170cm(5'5")
• Height Maximum = 200cm(6'5")

Roleplay Redux Racial Abilities:

• Half-Orcs are granted the "Relentless Endurance" racial ability. When you are brought down to 0 HP and not outright killed, you may get back up with a small amount of health.

Indrid's Racial Stats:

• Strength: 4
• Vitality: 6
• Grit: 4
• Perks: Tenacity, Toughness, Second Wind, Night Vision

Half-Orcs

A half-orc male

HALF-ORC

Patron Deity: None
Alignment: Usually Any Chaotic
Average Lifespan: ~75 Years