Orc

Makhai

Large and powerfully built, the green-skinned Makhai of planet Aeris are descended from a later generation of the human diaspora. Genetically engineered to withstand the harsh climate and high copper content of Aeris, the orcs are a resilient and adaptable folk.

Biology

Anatomy & Morphology

Makhai are fairly similar to true humans, though they differ from unaltered humans in a few key respects. They are considerably larger and their overall body density is higher than that of other humans. Their skin has a greenish hue thanks to the far greater concentration of copper in the Aerese environment, and the blistering sunlight frequently causes hornlike growths on their skin. Their faces are rather flat, with wide noses and imposing, protruding canine tusks. Their irises are varying shades of golden-amber, contrasting well with their dark grey sclerae (engineered to protect against ultraviolet radiation).

Ecology

Geographic Origin & Distribution

The orc subspecies of human originated on the planet Aeris, one of the moons of the planet Ares in the Olympia star system. They are slightly less common than true humans.

Civilization & Culture

Aeris hosts a proud warrior culture, having risen from the dust of their homeworld to become the mythic defenders of their home system.

Major Organizations

Major Language Groups & Dialects

Culture & Heritage

Common Traditions

Common Taboos

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Human

Scientific Name

Homo sapiens orcus

Average Height

2 m

Average Weight

110 kg (1G)

Biotype

biochemical multicellular

Biochemical base

carbon

Genetics

DNA

Solvent

H₂O

Respiration compounds

O₂

Sophont formclass

Humanoid (posthuman)

Physiotype

vertical bilaterally symmetric tetrapod (endoskeletal acaudal)

Sapience type

focal centric

Homeworld

Aeris

Home system

Olympia

Tech level

13

Tolerances

Gravity limit

1.8 G

Pressure range

0.4 to 2.8 atm

Air mix

12% to 62% O2

Temperature range

12 to 36 °C

Radiation limit

0.28 J/kg

Interspecies Relations

Hyperlanes Info

Physical Traits

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ABILITY SCORE

STR increases by 2 and CON increases by 1

BASE SPEED

30 feet

SIZE CLASS

Medium

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Erimic

You are naturally adapted to torrid climates, and the heat invigorates you. You are resistant to heat damage and your movement increases 10 feet when you are in an environment between 25 and 50 Celsius.

Resilience

Your tough composition makes you resistant to injury. When you take damage, you can use your reaction to roll a d6. Add your CON to the number rolled, and reduce the damage by that total.

Cultural Traits

Suggested culture: Aerese

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ABILITY SCORE

WIS increases by 2
CHA increases by 1

Warrior Training

You are proficient in the Athletics skill, light and medium armor, and melee weapons.

Draw Blood

Your weapon deals 1d6 additional damage against hostile foes during the first round of combat.

Ferocity

You are proficient with the Intimidation skill.