Editing Orukar History (section)

== Origins and Identity ==

The beings commonly referred to as Orcs and Goblins are not separate races but rather different variations of the same species. The distinction between them is a classification made by other races depending on an individual's size and strength, with "Orc" referring to the larger, more physically imposing members of their kind, while "Goblin" describes their smaller, more agile kin. However, among their own people, no such division exists—they see themselves simply as Orukar, one united race, bound by shared ancestry, resilience, and survival.

Orukar have existed on Tymora for far longer than humans, yet their early history was marked by struggle and hardship. Unlike other races that developed structured civilisations or harnessed magic to shape their societies, the ancestors of the Orukar remained nomadic for countless generations. Without external guidance or a natural interest in permanent settlements, their survival depended entirely on strength, adaptability, and instinct.

Mostly shunned or ignored by the other races, they roamed the vast lands of Tymora in large clans, some moving with the seasons and following the great herds of beasts that sustained them, while others would find places with valuable resources and stay until the resource was expended before moving on and searching for the next place to settle for a time.

Their way of life was harsh, defined by constant movement, territorial disputes, and the relentless challenges of nature. Leadership was earned; those who demonstrated cunning, strength, and wisdom took charge, guiding their people to safety and prosperity.

Orukar quickly became masters of endurance, capable of surviving in environments that would break lesser beings. Whether it was the frigid tundras, dense forests, arid wastelands, or towering mountain ranges, they adapted, finding ways to thrive where others faltered. They hunted, foraged, and fought to claim their place in the world, yet their scattered nature prevented them from advancing beyond a tribal existence for much of their early history.