Description:
Orcs are aggressive humanoids that raid, pillage, and battle other creatures. They have a hatred of elves and dwarves that began generations ago and often kill them on sight. Orcs vary in appearance, but in general look like primitive humans with grey skin, coarse hair, stooped postures, low foreheads, and porcine faces with prominent lower canines that resemble a boar's tusks. When not actually fighting other creatures, orcs are usually planning raids or practicing their skills.In orc history it is said that after the elven deity Corellon Larethian stabbed out Gruumsh's left eye, that Gruumsh then called forth for loyal and devoted followers to serve in his image. Those that came forward, were known as the Eyes of Gruumsh. They sacrifice their right eye, so that their impaired vision balances with that of Gruumsh's. Seeking to avenge the insult to their deity, "Eyes" are greatly obsessed with destroying elves. It is not uncommon for an "Eye" to lead a suicidal charge into an elven force, regardless of the number of elven troops.
Reference: 3E Monster Manual, Pg. 146 & Orc Roleplaying Community Site
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