Orcs

Orcs are one of the races of Man in Adrastea, characterized by their tusked mouths, large builds (ranging from 6 to 8 feet), and pointed ears. Native to the tundra, steppe, and savannah of the Western Continent, they can be divided into three distinct ethnicities by region: Sea, Steppe, and Savannah, respectively.

Most Orcs, particularly those of the steppe and savannah, live in nomadic, pastoralist tribes, traveling with their herds of livestock and waging war with one another. At certain times, tribes of Orcs will grow large enough to invade beyond their natural borders: these excursions are known as "Fanged Tides."

Sedentary Orc civilizations do exist; most notably, the city-state of Tanwir and the recently established Great Horde, the former consisting of assimilated conquerers and the latter imperialist seafarers.

Physiology
Physically, Orcs are the largest race of Man, standing 6 to 8 feet tall and usually weighing over 250 lbs. They possess pointed ears (albeit not as pronounced as the Elves') and tusks. Some Orcs grow bony outgrowths from their brow and chin, much like Dwarves.

Eye color varies from amber to brown to red. Skin tone and hair color is dependent on region and ethnicity: Savannah and Steppe Orcs have grayish-green skin and black-brown hair, while Sea Orcs have blackish-blue skin and silver-white hair.