Orcs

So, there have inquiries about a few races, so I thought I would post more detailed info so that all may use it.

Orcs

They are indeed big brutes, but their reputation for being dull-witted is not fully deserved. They can be fierce combatants and loving parents. An orc who has sworn his allegiance to you is as valuable as any Palladin from the perspective of honor and tenacity. On the other hand, the memory of an orc is indelible, and if you wrong them, they will eventually exact justice from you.

They do tend to like having the advantage of numbers or power in combat, and will quickly become uneasy if they feel that they do not have the upper hand. Orcs are skittish around large displays of magic or the supernatural, and this is part of the reason they are considered simpletons. It is relatively easy to bluff an orc into thinking he is out”gunned” in a fight so that he will back off.

HP = PE + 4 pts per lvl.
SDC = 10 + bonuses from OCC
PPE = 2d6

OCC available: merc, soldier, Assassin, thief, priest, witch, peasant

Physical Appearance: Husky, muscular humanoids, about as tall as humans, but much broader with more developed muscles. The nose is large, flat, and gorilla or hog like. Ears are pointy like an elf's. They have large, toothy mouths with large canines. The hair is black and coarse.

Size: 5' - 6'8”
Weight: 160-250lbs

Natural Abilities:
Nightvision 40 ft.

Track Blood Scent - Can follow the scent of blood up to 1000ft away 25% + 5%/lvl

Recognize Scent of Others – Can recognize and follow a FAMILIAR scent up to 50ft away. 15% + 5%/lvl

Bonuses: +1 roll w/ impact, +3 vs. horror factor, clawed hands do 1d6 + PS bonus, bite attack 1d6 but no PS bonus.

No Psionics allowed.

Enemies: humans, elves, dwarves, gnomes, changelings...however will work with them if impressed by their strength, combat skill, or magic power.

Allies: goblins, ogres; respects wolfen, trolls, and giant races. Indifferent to kobolds, trogs, and most magic creatures.

Habitat: Found everywhere. They most often live in ruins, but sometimes build huts or set up tents. Many who are found in the Western Empire are slaves.

Notes: To an orc, true power is the ability to do whatever you want to whomever you want. Thus they obey the powerful and seek treasure and personal glory. They love smashing things and creating mayhem. They are poor craftsmen, but hard workers who do not flinch from repugnant work. They are short-tempered and easily startled.