Physical Description:
Orcs are robust, muscular humanoids with powerful builds. Their skin tones range from shades of green to brown or grey, with small but prominent tusks that protrude from their lower jaws. Orcish facial features are defined by strong, angular lines and furrowed brows. They possess great strength and endurance, making them formidable in combat.
History:
Originating from the harsh desertlands of the Khein Dynasty, Orcs have a deep-rooted history of warfare and conflict. Initially, they were known for their brutal and warlike nature, constantly vying for dominance among themselves. However, the rise of the God King Horus Khein led to their integration into his kingdom's military forces. Many Orcs fought under his banner, their prowess in battle gaining them recognition and positions of authority.
Society:
Orcish society is traditionally hierarchical, with a focus on strength and martial prowess. Clans often compete among themselves to establish dominance. However, following their integration into the Khein Dynasty, many Orcs have assimilated into various aspects of society, becoming merchants, artisans, or skilled laborers. Those who choose a life beyond their homeland often venture into the world as adventurers or mercenaries, capitalizing on their combat skills.
Racial Names:
Orcs typically have names that reflect their proud and martial culture. These names often consist of harsh sounds and guttural syllables, emphasizing strength and valor.
Example Names: Grogmar, Thokk, Grishnak, Durgoth, Urakar
Racial Feat:
- Ability Score Increase: Orcs possess great physical strength and endurance. Strength score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1.
- Age: Orcs mature quickly and live relatively short lives, reaching adulthood in their teens and having a lifespan of around 60 to 70 years.
- Alignment: Orcs lean towards chaotic alignments, valuing individual strength and freedom. However, their alignment varies widely based on personal experiences and cultural upbringing.
- Size: Orcs are generally taller and heavier than humans, with a solid, muscular build. They stand between 6 to 7 feet tall, towering over most other humanoid races.
- Speed: Orcs have a walking speed of 30 feet, an impressive speed and agility, often matching or surpassing the swiftness of humans.
- Languages: Orcs speak Orcish. They also learn Common or other languages based on their interactions with different cultures.
- Vision: Orcs have darkvision, allowing them to see in dim light within 60 feet as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light.
- Resistance: Orcs have advantage on saving throws against being frightened.
- Immunity: Orcs are immune to the effects of mundane extreme heat and resistant to fire damage.
Adrenaline Rush
They can take the Dash action as a bonus action. They can use this trait a number of times equal to their proficiency bonus, and they regain all expended uses when they finish a long rest. Whenever they use this trait, they gain a number of temporary hit points equal to their proficiency bonus.
Powerful Build
They count as one size larger when determining their carrying capacity and the weight they can push, drag, or lift.
Relentless Endurance
When they are reduced to 0 hit points but not killed outright, they can drop to 1 hit point instead. Once they use this trait, they can’t do so again until they finish a long rest.