Skorhh (score)
The skorhh species originated in the Underrealm. They are not unlike goblins - in fact, they share many of the same charicteristics: bulging eyes, little or no hair, a hooked nose, green or yellow skin, and a muscular build. They tend to live in groups, sometimes military units and sometimes tribes, though one of them by itself is known as a scor (same pronunciation).
Capabilities
The skorhh are excellent at weaponry and crafting. They forge swords, hammer axes, and carve bows quite well. Their enhanced strength allows them to wield huge and deadly bows. They are also more adept at strategy and are usually the commanders in a battle, whereas goblins are the brute force.Habitat and Diet
Skorhh, like goblins, prefer dark places and generally keep to thick forests and caves. As a result, the elves and, especially, the dwarves have to deal with them the most. Skorhh revere the riches under the mountain as well as the lights in the elven kingdoms, though they are ruthless and have destroyed many settlements. Forest skorhh generally have an enhanced sense of smell, while those in the caves benefit from better sight. Skorhh need to eat a large amount of food to survive and they aren't afraid to kill for it - even if they have to kill other skorhh (though they generally only kill those outside their units). They can eat almost anything but prefer raw meat.Culture
Little is known of skorhh culture, as most interactions with them are violent ones. However, those who have observed them note that they take extra special care of their old, serving them the freshest meat and the biggest portions. They also seem to revere fire, and only designated skorhh are allowed to carry torches."Something has got to be done about the skorhh! They are invading our caves and stealing our riches! Only they're so secretive, we don't know what their military strength is. We must send ambassadors. Perhaps then we can come to an agreement...or we can boot them out of the mountains once and for all!"
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