ORCS

Orcs

Orcs are best Known for being cruel and stupid. This is true for most of them, orcs hate every one. Their rude, disgusting, obnoxious, and have a sick sense of humor- Orcs love to taunt or harass any one who is smaller or weaker. Orcs hate dwarves worst of all, and at every opportunity will try to kill a dwarf. The average orc has a low intelligence. The more intelligent orcs often find dissatisfaction with their dead end existence. Those who become adventurers will work with other races if it will help the orc character, with the exception of dwarves. The orcs who become player characters generally have the goal of increasing their short life spans as their primary motivation.

Orcs are humanoids with a greenish tint to their skin. They stand 5 to 6 feet tall, with a weight of about 150 to 200 pounds. Orcs have pointed ears, sharp teeth, elongated jaws and large noses. In all orcs are extremely ugly. The life span of an orc is about 30 -35 years. Many orc adventurers are searching for a way to prolong their life spans. Orcs do not see well in bright light and suffer a -2 penalty to hit in bright light. Orcs being well suited to a life below ground have dark vision. Orc society is typically organized in tribal pattern. The leaders are determined by combat.

Orcs have a strength +1 bonus, fortitude +1 bonus, charisma a -2 penalty (may be below 0), and a base armor class of 10.