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Population | 75% Orc, 23% Dromaar (Half-Orc), 2% Other Ancestries |
Languages | Orcish, Runespeak (Common). |
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An encampment in the tropical parts of the Ancients' Forest. Various tents and small structures dot a set of old temple ruins, which have been reclaimed in Solariel's name.
History
The ancient temple this settlement has been built in, on, and around was once dedicated to a god lost to time. Overgrown, weathered, and all but a set of rubble, the Solar Orcs stumbled upon the ruins, guided by Solariel through visions and sunrays.
The tribe fought to claim the temple, believing it to be a worthy place to settle. They fought back against the local fauna, spirits and beasts of impeccable size. In the process, they discovered what was left of the original altar, the head of a wolf. They decided to pay their respects by donning wolf pelts.
After seizing victory, they settled in the old temple, rebuilding it in Solariel's image. As their encampment started taking shape, the biome began to change. At first, a couple of trees next to the temple began to exude weird properties. Bit by bit, with the guidance of the sun god, the Solar Orcs transformed the temple and the area around it, turning it into a lush jungle.
Index
Solariel's Light Gazetteer
A brief overview of the various locations and noteworthy buildings in the city.
Heart of the Jungle
A big stone altar, covered head to toe in symbols of Solariel, at the heart of the encampment. The tribe's prayers and rituals are held here on a weekly basis. The tribe's hunters gather here to gain Solariel's blessing before they head out on a hunt.
The Scorched Forge
A set of stone and wooden structures made from the ruined temple where the blacksmiths find their place. At the centre of this area sits a magical forge, which is said to have been lit by Solariel himself. All weapons crafted here are blessed by his light, and may light those struck by them on fire.
The Sunfire Arena
A makeshift arena, as well as a set of practice fields, located at the outskirts of the encampment. The arena is used for ritualistic combat, most notably for the initiation ritual that all new members of the tribe must undergo. This includes children of tribe members once they are of age.