Orcs

Orcs (known as óvri, singular, and óvric, possessive, in the elven language) are humanoid creatures, closely related to Ogres, that range in height from about 7 to 9 feet tall. They are somewhat physically similar to humans but have thicker brows and tusks. There is minimal difference between male and female Orcs.

Orcs are generally split into four groups- north, south, east and west. Northern Orcs are blue and tend to wander in small groups In the mountains- they are some of the bigger Orcs. Southern Orcs are purple and live in small villages by rivers. Eastern Orcs are light green and live in small forest communities- they are some of the smaller Orcs. Western Orcs are dark green and live in large towns where they tend to farm.

Orcs are ominvours. They tend to eat fruit, nuts, berries and cooked meat, though the latter makes up the majority of their meals.

Orcs tend to wander nomadically around their territories- even the village-dwelling Orc have nomadic tendencies, though these often come into fruition with hunting and gathering. They are solitary but have strong and loyal bonds to community, having many festivals and celebrations throughout the year. Orcs tend to find a role in their society (e.g: sewing, hunting) and fill it for the rest of their lives.

Southern Orc Villages
Most villages are built upon stilts to avoid the waters of the marsh. They are typically wooden and regularly poorly constructed which, combined with the low stability of the ground underneath, leads to regular collapses into the marsh. However, orc populations continue to grow rapidly which leads to regular conflict between neighbouring villages.

Villages are typically run by a chief who consults the guidance of a village elder. The next most important person is the head of the village's army. Sometimes villages are united under a warlord or join together into a confederation. In times of war, almost all orcs will unite under one of these structures.