Orcbloods

The Orcs of the island of Nallurok are predominantly a violent, savage race but amongst them there exists a significant minority that appear to be more human in both appearance and sensibilities. Neither fully “Orcs” nor "Humans" (or even descended from humans) this sub-race are most often referred to as “Orcblood”.

The Orcbloods served as commanders of the forces of “the General” in the war against the Empire but many saw that they were being used and decided to defect into Imperial territory. Two generations later though, and the Orcbloods still only inhabit the fringes of Imperial society.

Orcbloods are of approximately human build but heavier set and have prominent canine teeth and a distinctly “porcine” appearance. Orcbloods share the violent tempers of their Orc "cousins" although their intellect enables them better able to control it. In common with their Orc brethren, Orcbloods worship the deity Gruumsh but don’t necessarily hold the same burning hatred for humans that this deity teaches.

The native language of the Orcbloods is “Orcish” although most try to learn one of the human languages which they view as "more intellectual".

Perceptions of Orcbloods

It is perhaps fortunate that Orcbloods tend to live their lives on the periphery of human civilisation for the general populace of the Empire has long memories and still recalls how this race was at the forefront of the "General's" forces. Even though that was two generations ago and the current generation of Orcbloods regret their ancestors' decision, the resentment runs deep. In many way, Orcbloods are the "Germans" to the Empire's "British" - the Empire may forgive but it certainly doesn't let either side forget. Orcbloods though fare better when interacting with small groups of humans (in hamlets and villages) where they can prove their worth. In these settings Orcbloods are considered to be "ok".