====== Half Orc ======
Born of Human and Orc lineage, Half Orcs often find themselves caught between two worlds—never fully accepted by either. Despite the prejudice they may face, their strength and endurance make them formidable allies or enemies on the battlefield.

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===== 🌍 Lore =====
Half Orcs are the product of Human-Orc unions, and while they are physically powerful, they tend to be mistrusted by both sides of their heritage. Called “half-bloods,” some find a place in society through sheer determination and loyalty, while others are forced to live on the fringes, misjudged and feared.

Slightly smaller and smarter than Half Ogres, they are often underestimated—but those who do so rarely make the same mistake twice.

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===== ⚔️ Racial Traits =====

**Advantages:**
  * Start with **+2 Strength** and **+6 Health**
  * Gain **+1 Health at every even Level**
  * May purchase **Resist Metabolic** once every 5 levels
  * May purchase either **Poison Making** or **Alchemy** at **half cost per level** (must be chosen at character creation)

**Disadvantages:**
  * Must pay **double XP** for **Healing Arts** and **First Aid** skills
  * Must pay **double XP** to purchase the **Decipher Script** skill:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

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===== 🎨 Costuming Requirements =====
  * At least **50% of all exposed skin must be green**
  * Must wear **at least one tusk**

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===== 🧭 Roleplay Tips =====
  * Explore how your Half Orc navigates a world where they may not be fully accepted
  * Consider how your strength and alchemical talent may be used to prove your worth—or intimidate others
  * Your tusks and coloring are constant reminders of your heritage. Embrace or reject it—your story is your own

**Play a Half Orc if you want to be a misunderstood powerhouse with a talent for toxins and tenacity.**