ORC ORCS (899)

Orcs are taller than humans and often deformed or misshapen.  Their race was 
originally crafted by the Dark Gods from fallen Elves as a poor imitation of 
the Elven race.  After generations of inbreeding and corruption, very little 
of their original Elven heritage remains.  Their skin color varies from a pale 
gray or yellow to dark mottled colors and is often pock-marked or scabrous.  
Their ears are somewhat pointed like that of Elves but may be blunted or 
distorted.  They are thick browed and remarkably strong despite having wiry 
limbs.  As with other races, there are variations in appearance among Clans,
some being hairless, some with tusks, etc. Orcs are cunning but woefully 
stupid, strong but cowardly, and use pure brute strength in plowing through 
their opponents.  Greed, fear, and rage drive the writhing brain of the Orc.  
Living together in Clans, only a single Chief can lead the Clan village.  A 
village shaman oversees the selection of the Chief as well as other rituals 
integral to the culture.  See HELP CLANCHIEF for more information regarding 
the Chief selection process.  The Clan mentality is so strong among Orcs that
they can form parties of more disparate ranks than other races (Orcs may group
with other Orcs up to 12 levels in difference).

Living in squalor since the time of their creation, Orcs have a strong immune 
system and can eat things that would poison a Human, with no ill affects.  
They are able to hide within caves, swamplands, and within their own Clan 
villages.  However, as creatures of darkness, Orcs can see clearly without 
light but are easily damaged by light-based attacks.  All Orcs are evil and 
are too quarrelsome and bestial to ever be orderly in nature.  Although they 
aren't skilled enough to become true pickpockets, Orcs can learn how to steal 
from one another. Because of their bitter hatred of Elves (and Wood-Elves) 
they will attack either on sight when berserking and strong enough to do so.  
Other races, most notably Dwarves and Elves, are quite hostile to Orcs, and 
might attack them on sight.

Max stats:
Str: Herculean (23)  Int: Average (15)   Wis: Average (16)
Dex: Dexterous (18)  Con: Vigorous (24)  Cha: Repulsive (13)

Vulnerable to: Light
Resistant to : Disease, Acid
Average lifespan: 515 hours

Orcs are automatically of the Berserker class and gain experience faster when 
grouped with other Orcs.

See also: HELP CLANCHIEF ADAPT 'ORC PANTHEON'