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Children of Kul, the kanin were the fifth of the speaking people. [1]

Physiology

Orcs have a physiological conditions which caused their veins to glow. This happens when they pushed themselves to the limit, when they are excited, driven or even when blood is drawn [1]. This phenomenon was known as "blood fire" or "oruk" in a long-lost language [2].

They posses tough-skinned faces, their hair can range from coarse to fine, extending from their heads and drapes across their shoulders like royal mantles. A pair of strong tusks extends past their lip and guard the rest of their teeth. [2]

Psychology

The might of an orc's anger was legendary as it was capable of driving one to the edge of death. Orcs were famed in Ordenas consummate warriors - a reputation that the peace-loving orcs found distasteful. [1]

They made their homes in the borderlands between human and elven cultures, preferring the natural forests and avoiding the elf-haunted wodes [1]. However, they were also an adaptable ancestry, having settled into villages and cities, hot and cold climates, high in the mountains and deep underground [2].

Their dichotomy between their desire to be left alone and their zeal for battle is summarized in a dwarven proverb:

Be thankful orcs do not hold grudges
—A dwarf, once, [1]

Known Orcs

Cultural Groups

Vasloria

Dominant orc language in Vasloria was Kalliak, an offshoot of the Zaliac language [6]. Kanin in kalliak translated to "the people" [1].

White Tusk Orcs

The White Tusk Orcs were an orc clan in Bedegar. Once lead by Bonebreaker Dorokor and inhabited a ruined Castle Rend. [3]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Matthew Colville, et al. Draw Steel Rules, August 2024 Backer Packet (PDF). (Patreon), pp. 29. Retrieved on 2024-08-30.
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Matthew Colville, et al. Flee, Mortals!. (MCDM Productions), pp. 205-215.
  3. 3.0 3.1 Matthew Colville, et al. Strongholds & Followers. (MCDM Productions), pp. 98-147.
  4. Matthew Colville, et al. Beastheart and Monstrous Companions. (MCDM Productions), pp. 44-47.
  5. Matthew Colville, et al. Draw Steel Rules, August 2024 Backer Packet (PDF). (Patreon), pp. 34. Retrieved on 2024-08-30.
  6. Matthew Colville, et al. Draw Steel Rules, August 2024 Backer Packet (PDF). (Patreon), pp. 95. Retrieved on 2024-08-30.