Orcish History

Historical events pertaining to the Orcs are listed below. Some come from books or scrolls, while others are simply tales told by old Orcish elders. Note that, if the story came from a book or such, that the lore might not be fully true.

Ancient History:

The Clan Wars

Descendents of Krug:

Rax

Gorkil

Azog

Ugluk

Lur

Dom

Modern History:

Aegis

The Rex

Sanhar

Sanjezel

Dwarf Orc War

Undead

Notable Characters

Asulon

The Great Wars

Notable Characters

Anthos

San'Orka

Trog

Gronkkston

Kaxils

Notable Characters

Athera

(First goi)

Trog

(Fortress)

Vailor

Luz-dur and Stagnation

Gund'Kothz and Renewal

The Wrath of Kahn - The Iron Age

The Fennic Wars

Warnation of Krugmar

Rexs of Krugmar

Rex Tythus'Rax 'THE IMPOTENT': The first Rex after the Clan Wars. His father, Tythor, hammered out a unified Orcish state after decades of in-fighting, but died before he could formally declare himself Rex. His son, Tythus, was regarded a brute and was ill-suited for the Rex title, but the Wargoths chose peace over an attempt to place a better candidate with war. Tythus ruled for a brief time, but his weaknesses were contradictary to Rax principles. Many Raxes fled the War Nation and soon Tythus lacked an army to maintain his rule or prestige and kept to his palace, afraid to deal with matters of state. Both the Lur and Gorkil Wargoths rose against Tythus and challenged him to a vicious Rex Klomp. He lost handily and took to exile.

Rex Mogroka'Gorkil 'THE GLORIOUS': Mogroka is heralded as the greatest Rex in modern Orcish history. After both the failures of the Clan Wars and Tythus' reign, Mogroka revived the Orcish traditions of honor, strength, and wisdom lost after years of betrayal and in-fighting among the Orcs. Under his reign, the Orcs were both feared and respected, amassing a series of tributaries states and eclipsing the Dwarves as the strongest nation in early Asulon. However, his love for the spirits clouded his love of reign, and he soon retired, assuming the position of 'Goj' to focus on shamanism.

Rex Pok'Ugluk 'THE WILD BULL': Pok was the successor of Mogroka, the only one who had the confidence to succeed after so great a reign. A yellow Orc of low cunning and vicious principle, Pok was renowned for his brutal sacking of Salvus and cruel demeanor. Many of the Wargoths despised his wanton acts of cruelty, showing a lack of both honor and wisdom. However, few could doubt Pok's strength as a vicious and powerful Targoth. Due to the Ugluk's brutal method of reign, Pok alienated many of the tributary states established by Mogroka and weakened the Uzg overall as Orcs saw his vicious nature as one dishonoring the spirits. The Lur clan especially found his acts deplorable given their propensity to wisdom, and after an attempted rape of Jarkarll'Lur's lifemate, the Lurs challenged his Rexdom.

Rex Murkash'Lur 'THE MILD': Murkash ruled for but a year, but he is remembered fondly as the champion who stopped Pok's atrocities. A simple-minded and jolly Lur hunter, Murkash's reign is little remembered but his honorable nature is well-regarded in Orcish lore. He yielded the Rexdom without qualm to Gromgok, the content orc Murkash finding no need to keep the position in face of a more suitable candidate. Rex Gromgok'Gorkil 'BLOODAXE": Gromgok's first reign of Rex was well-recieved. Regarded as the true successor of Mogroka'Gorkil, Gromgok combined the wisdom, honor, and strength necessary to forge a righteous Rexdom. However, his mentor Mogroka insisted that he learn more of shamanism and Gromgok ended his first reign abruptly to study the higher arts.

Rex Pok'Ugluk 'THE OLD BULL": Once more, Pok had ruled, but his second reign was far less brutal nor memorable as his first, changing his moniker from the Wild to the Old. He retained his low cunning though, and the Lurs still nursed their grudge for the slights imposed on their clan. He was challenged again not long into his reign.

Rex Craotor'Lur 'THE ELDER': Craotor'Lur, the grizzled Wargoth of the Lur clan, sought to depose Pok due to his sloth and avarice, the Rex spending more time gathering coin than leading the nation righteously. He defeated Pok in single combat in the Rex klomp, however, just as he was to be crowned, Gromgrok had returned from his spirit voyage and laid claim to his old title. Rex Gromgok'Gorkil "BLOODAXE": Gromgok defeated the old Orc Craotor'lur using newfound shamanistic spirit-stepping, indisputably reclaiming his title as Rex of all the Orcs. His second reign is regarded as the Silver Age of the Orcs, as the Orcs managed to force tribute and expand into the Subudai states in Alras and challenged the Dwarves in open field battle. With a host of competent generals such as Grool'Gorkil, Murkash'Lur, Gorgul'Gorkil, Craotor'Lur, and Moksha'Lur under the renowned Targoth Jarkarll'Lur, the War Uzg prospered, brillaintly crushing the dwarves at 2:1 odds in offensive maneuvers, with Gromgok leading the fray using powerful shaman techniques. The realm prospered once more under his reign, but Gromgok soon inherited the love of shamanism as his mentor, and found the Rexdom interfering with his pursuit of higher arts. He commanded his pupil, Gorgul, to challenge him for the Rex klomp. The two fought for a full day before Gorgul was named victor.

Rex Gorgul'Gorkil 'THE YOUNG': Regarded as a promising protege of Gromgok'Gorkul and the son of Thore'Gorkil, Gorgul was the youngest Rex named at age 15. A diplomatically minded Orc understanding the importance of modernization, Gorgul instituted a white peace with the dwarves, trade, and infrastructure overhaul in hopes of competing with the great Empires of Urguan and Oren. Often he would take trips to the Spirit Realm in homage of the Far Seer tradition he was taught by Gromgok and Mogroka for insight, however, five years into his reign, he did not wake up from a trip gone awry. His peers shamans died and he was left in a catatonic state for over a decade, until his body mysteriously vanished; his father Thore ruling in his stead.

Rex Thore'Gorkil 'THE FAT': The father of Gorgul and veteran Orc of the Golden Age, Thore assumed the Rex position after his youngest son assumed a comatose state. Thore was beloved by many a common Orc given his long tenure as Targoth and his time as pupil to Mogroka'Gorkil, but he lacked the ability of his predecessors due to age and infirmity. He ruled for a great time as many of the Wargoths respected him despite his ineptitude as Rex, but after a decade, his own Gorkil brother, Sharku, challenged him for his position and won. Both he and his successor are regarded as 'the Fat' for their voracious appetites and large frame. Rex Sharku'Gorkil 'THE FAT': Sharku managed to take up the Rex mantle when he challenged Thore to a Rex klomp. His reign was plagued by civil strife as Clans Lur, Braduk and Ugluk rose their banners against him, citing his teaching an elven the ways of shamanism a breach of Orcish conduct and honor. Sharku proved competent in crushing the revolt alongside Gorgul's son, but failed to meaningfully make use of his rise in authority after crushing his opposition. His young son, Vrograk, demanded war and rather then face his own son in single combat, he abdicated and deferred to him.

Rex Vrograk'Gorkil 'THE CRAVEN': Vrograk's first reign is characterized by his bloodthirsty nature. He inspired leadership wherever he went unlike his father, Sharku, and domestically was regarded a fair, just, and active Rex. He was also a vicious Orc of incredible strength and sought to reclaim the glories found in Gromgok and Gorgul's age of conquest against the dwarves. In seeking a true fight, he waged open war against the Dwarven nation. However, Vrograk bit off far more than he could chew, losing countless lives in a largely futile war. After losing both Storm's Crossing and facing the full might of the Oren Empire after a failed kidnapping, Vrograk, in shame and disgrace for his folly, fled and took to exile in cowardice.

Rex Yak'Lur 'THE BLACK': While a promising warlord at the inception of his reign, Yak's hedonisms and lack of faith in the War Uzg led him astray from Orcish principles. He consorted heavily with human bandits, selling Orcish military secrets and auctioning off War Uzg land to foreigners for personal coin. After pocketing enough of his realm, he made off with the Orcish treasury and war supplies, leaving the War Nation impoverished. Rex Wulgehn'Lur 'THE LOST': Wulghen succeeded Black in mid Anthos. He was left with a bankrupt state of low morale given Black's decadence. While he is regarded as an earnest leader, the clans lost faith after Yak's betrayal and Wulghen was unable to restore it in the War Uzg. Recognizing the lack of cooperation among the Clans and inability to work together as one nation, after a long and bitter reign and he dissolved the War Nation, letting the Clans sort their disputes until they could come together under one banner again.

End of Rexdom.

Dominion: reunited the divided orc clans into one democracy.

Confederacy

Wargoth Council Kingeh Gronkk: Refuged the kha for a bit after capturing the city of Kingston, modestly changing it to Gronkkston.

Re institution of Rexdom.

Urik'Azog: Banished by the Rex Gromgok'Gorkil, he fled to the Teutonic Order and became a priest. Returned after the Teutonic order was lost and regained his honor. Decided no longer to be Rex when the great Mirtok returned from skygod prison.

Galka'Lur: Usurper of Erik at one point. Not much is known of her.

Boghat'Gorkil: Kept the orcs alive during a time of inactivity.

Malog'Yar 'THE WISE': Known for his great wisdom and talents as a Witch Doctor, Malog ruled for a short time and managed to keep the Orcs going for as long as he could, yet it should be noted he did not relish the title of Rex.

Grogmar'Gorkil: An Elder Orc who's ego superseded his talents, Grogmar returned and laid claim to the Rexdom before ushering in petty reforms, leaving soon after. This began the Orc's spiral into stagnation.

Angbad'Gorkil 'THE GREAT': Said to be descended of the legendary Mogroka'Gorkil, Angbad revived the Uzg for a brief time, and so it seemed that the Orcs were to return to their former status. However, the mantle of Rex proved too much for Angbad, and he soon resigned, leaving the Orcs once again leaderless and in the dark.

Vrograk'Gorkil 'THE RETURNED': Returning from his exile, Vrogak quickly retook control of the Uzg in Athera and set about a series of military campaigns and consolidations. Renamed the nation as the 'Iron Uzg', also referred to as the 'Nation of Violence'. Vrograk fought a war over a beard against the Grand Kingdom of Urguan in Athera, later forming an alliance with the same kingdom. Died during a period of stagnation after the arrival in Vailor.

Vrogash'Gorkil: Son of Vrogak, Vrogash'Gorkil's reign can be marked by its short span and empty promises. It was hoped he would continue his fathers work, yet he soon faded into obscurity.

End of Rexdom.

Keshaul: A council in which the Wargoths and Warchiefs would control certain aspects of Orcish society and meet regularly to discuss their progress.

Re institution of Rexdom.

Phaedrus'Yar 'THE ELF REX': The first non-Orcish Rex in history, Phaedrus'Yar (formerly Lle'hiliea) was a wood elven honourary, smith and shaman - notable for leading a bloody revolt against the Atheran Mali'aheral hegemony over the elves that led to the current three state system. He revitalised the lethargic Orcs after the death of Vrogak and failed reign of Vrogash, establishing a goi. Notably banned slavery. Gave up the title of Rex after choosing a successor through an honour klomp. Remained active in the shamanistic community, notably causing and ending the Black Skies, also known as The Year of Darkness.

Kahn'Braduk 'THE IRON RHINO': Kahn gained the title of Rex after winning the approval of Phaedrus in a klomp, the latter giving way to a pureblooded Orcish leader. A tactical genius, the Iron Rhino harnessed physical, pyschological and even biological war fare in his campaigns. Reviving lost Orcish culture and rebuilding infrastructure he brought his people through a time of crisis and rebuilt what was a shattered nation. Kahn overturned Phaedrus' previous ban on slavery and introduced a more effective system, as well as amassing tributaries all across Vailor. Fell ill in the latter stages of his reign and was deemed no longer fit for leadership.

Ubba'Ugluk 'HONORBOUND': The challenger and subsequent successor to Kahn's rule, Ubba was a successful military commander and played a key role in the Fennic War before ascending to Rexdom. Reformed the Iron Uzg into the War Uzg. Bloodpacted the War Uzg to the Holy Orenian Empire and led the Orcish forces to war in Oren's campaign against the Dwarves.

Gurak'Yar 'The Iron Will': Long-standing Rex of the War Nation, Gurak'Yar is the builder of the current city of the Rexdom.