Orcs
Orkhazbu in their tongue. The Orcs are the Tall, dark green skinned peoples of the southern lands of the continent of Aederos. A brutal and warlike species with a spiritual tradition that reveres spirits of nature in place of any gods. With a language that is both harsh, and intimidating.
Having first arrived to the continent of Aederos in the middle of the Second Aeon by way of large barges. The Orcs have since fought to earn a place in these alien shores. First with the Zealous Sun Elves. And then with the tribes of Men. Even carving out a short lived empire spanning the lands from The Blackfire Mountains in the far south, to The Redveil Mountains bordering The Heartland. But due to abrupt infighting, The Ellician Empire would crush the Orcish Hordes. Dividing them again into independent Tribes.
In the Fourth Aeon, The Ramian Empire arose from the ashes of the Ellician Empire. Utilizing cruel, genocidal tactics. The mighty Orcs were driven to the fringes of what had once been their own lands. With many being taken as slaves to fight in the Ramian Blood Pits. But many still fight the Ramian Men. Raiding their less protected settlements, and their trade and supply caravans. Survivors return to their masters with a message.
"Orkhazzhan Rises. And it waits for the Warchief."
Having first arrived to the continent of Aederos in the middle of the Second Aeon by way of large barges. The Orcs have since fought to earn a place in these alien shores. First with the Zealous Sun Elves. And then with the tribes of Men. Even carving out a short lived empire spanning the lands from The Blackfire Mountains in the far south, to The Redveil Mountains bordering The Heartland. But due to abrupt infighting, The Ellician Empire would crush the Orcish Hordes. Dividing them again into independent Tribes.
In the Fourth Aeon, The Ramian Empire arose from the ashes of the Ellician Empire. Utilizing cruel, genocidal tactics. The mighty Orcs were driven to the fringes of what had once been their own lands. With many being taken as slaves to fight in the Ramian Blood Pits. But many still fight the Ramian Men. Raiding their less protected settlements, and their trade and supply caravans. Survivors return to their masters with a message.
"Orkhazzhan Rises. And it waits for the Warchief."
Basic Information
Anatomy
Four Limbs, muscular, tall, broad boned.
Genetics and Reproduction
Orcs reproduce sexually. As the other races. Though their size and weight range makes coupling with them difficult.
Growth Rate & Stages
Orcs reach full maturity at 18 years of age. A full 8 feet and 9 inches. Becoming a tower of muscle.
Ecology and Habitats
Orcs can survive in a myriad of climates. Though they prefer humid swamps, dusty badlands, and rocky coasts. But will go where the Horde can be safe. And the game is plentiful.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Orcs are omnivorous by nature. Yet their biology favor an all meat diet. In fact. Orcs prefer the meat of Monsters to that of common animals. They can eat venison, beef, pork, or even chicken as any other sapient race on Helaeron. But will say that common animal meat tastes so bland, that they'd rather starve. Often dowsing the common meat in hot and zesty spices to liven it up.
An Orc hunter will say that nothing tastes better than freshly slain Manticore.
An Orc hunter will say that nothing tastes better than freshly slain Manticore.
Additional Information
Social Structure
Orcs live in massive tribes called Huoardtz. Where the word Horde comes from. The Hordes are headed by a Khhan or Chieftain. The Chiefs are advised by Zhalok or Shamans.
Uses, Products & Exploitation
Orcs in the south of Aederos often live as fighting slaves under The Ramian Empire.
Facial characteristics
Broad brows, thick tusks protruding from their broad lower jaws.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Predominantly native to the southern lands of Aederos. But in recent years, many Orcs have either integrated into communities of Men, or have taken up mercenary or pirate work.
Average Intelligence
Orcs can be very wise. Yet comprehension of the Common Tongue is difficult.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Orcs have great hearing, hawk like sight, immense strength, and a natural resistance to Magic in all its forms.
Symbiotic and Parasitic organisms
Goblins have come to live among Orc hideouts in the South. And can also be found in the nomadic Hordes that wander The Heartland.
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
Names vary among the Orcs. Since they do not have a sense of gender for their personal names.
Often their children are named for a fierceness they develop.
Examples: Xhakhar, Grohkhazh, Kheltuurzh, Ghulakh, Makhahr.
History
The Orcs came from beyond the southern waters now known as the The Roaring Sea in the Second Aeon, 2731 E.D. Which had been named for the event of their first arrival on the southern shores of the continent of Aederos. Where their shamans, or Zhalok in their tongue, had roared into the distance as a kind of parlay with the native spirits of these unfamiliar lands they had come to. Having fled their former homeland further south beyond the newly named waters.
Having arrived in new territory of the Sun Elves. The Orc Chieftains and Shamans attempted to parlay with them. To negotiate for a right to settle the land. But the Zealous Sun Elves believed their faith in spirits of nature was heretical, and made conversion a condition of their settlement in southern Aederos. The Orcs refused, and were met with wrath and steel immediately after. But the Sun Elves did not know what an enemy they had made. For the Orcs were already adept warriors, and fierce in the thicket of battle. And so decimated the Southern Sun Elves. First by winning the lands overshadowed by The Blackfire Mountains. Then fighting northward in retaliation for Sun Elf Raids.
The more the Orcs sought to settle, the more the Sun Elves sought to dislodge them. But they couldn't hope to beat them in pitched battle.
Having arrived in new territory of the Sun Elves. The Orc Chieftains and Shamans attempted to parlay with them. To negotiate for a right to settle the land. But the Zealous Sun Elves believed their faith in spirits of nature was heretical, and made conversion a condition of their settlement in southern Aederos. The Orcs refused, and were met with wrath and steel immediately after. But the Sun Elves did not know what an enemy they had made. For the Orcs were already adept warriors, and fierce in the thicket of battle. And so decimated the Southern Sun Elves. First by winning the lands overshadowed by The Blackfire Mountains. Then fighting northward in retaliation for Sun Elf Raids.
The more the Orcs sought to settle, the more the Sun Elves sought to dislodge them. But they couldn't hope to beat them in pitched battle.
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Scientific Name
Gaena Oercae (Orckind)
Lifespan
290+ to 310+
Average Height
7ft 8in to 8ft, 9in.
Average Weight
289 - 320lbs in favor of the muscular tissue.
Average Physique
Well developed muscle. Since Orcs seem to grow too restless to sit still. Even on a full stomach.
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Varying shades of green. Occasionally being born with pale skin. Pale Orcs, though rare, are the only known skin variation. Though it is argued that Black Orcs have a charcoal hue to their skin. But this stems more from ceremonially coating themselves in dark earth.
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