Orsimer (Orc)
"Orcs, also known as Orsimer, are natives of Orsinium, a small mountain kingdom between Hammerfell and Skyrim. It has been sacked and rebuilt many times."
The Orsimer, commonly known as Orcs, are a proud and warrior-focused race native to the Wrothgarian and Dragontail Mountains. They are often considered descendants of elves, referred to as "Pariah Folk," due to their tumultuous history and their connection to the god Trinimac, later replaced by Malacath. Orcs are renowned for their exceptional combat skills and masterful smithing.
Strongholds
Orcs primarily reside in fortified strongholds scattered across Skyrim, particularly in the mountains. These strongholds are often closed off to outsiders, and Orcs typically require visitors to prove their worth before granting them entry. This is usually achieved by completing a significant task, such as slaying a foe or acquiring a valuable item.
Orsimer Traits
- Age: Orcs mature faster than humans, reaching adulthood by age 14. They age rapidly and rarely live longer than 75 years.
- Size: Orcs are larger and bulkier than humans, typically ranging from 5 to over 6 feet tall. Your size is Medium.
- Speed: Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
- Darkvision: You have superior vision in dim light and darkness, allowing you to see in shades of gray. You can see in dim light within 60 feet as if it were bright light, and in total darkness as if it were dim light.
- Relentless Endurance: When reduced to 0 hit points but not killed outright, you can drop to 1 hit point instead. You cannot use this feature again until you complete a long rest.
- Savage Attacks: When you score a critical hit with a melee weapon, you can roll one additional weapon damage die and add it to the extra damage of the critical hit.
- Languages: You can speak, read, and write Tamrielic and Orcish.