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Orcish society has always been characterized by hardy and rugged living. As a result they are staunch pragmatists, and never shy from killing if it will protect the future of the orc or his clan. All orcs, regardless of gender or station, are expected to pull their own weight and weakness is considered a grave liability. The weakness of one contaminates the strength of all, and it is punishable by the greatest humiliation an orc can receive: exile. However, seeing as how the 'modern' orc is taught mercy and forgiveness by the influence of Thrall, the True Horde has brought a sense of compassion and a kinder treatment to those deemed "unworthy" by early generations. Regardless of their clan affiliations, orcs prize honor over all other things in life — first to bring honor to their clan (and by extension, the Horde) and secondly bringing honor to the self and to their sense of self-worth as an individual.
GENER ROLES: There is no discrimination between genders in orcish society. Women are able to pursue the same career choices as men, rise to positions of power and are even expected to answer to the call for battle just as men are. Strength (both physical and mental), courage, initiative and independence are prized traits in all orcs.
YOUTH: Traditionally, children are seen as children of the parents, but are raised as children of the clan, meaning that many children are as close to their neighbor as they are with their parent.
One tradition of the orcs on Draenor was a ceremony for newborns of the clan. The infant's parents would stand in a body of water near the encampment with the entire clan observing from shore. The mother would hand the baby to the father, who would then proclaim the child as his, through himself and his father, and present the baby for the clan's blessings. The clan chieftain would then hold the baby and declare the infant under their protection, with the hope that they bring honor and glory to the clan. The chieftain's heir would then give a blessing. Finally the Elder Shaman would ask for the blessing of the elemental and wild spirits, and the hope that the ancestors would watch over the newborn.
SHAMANS, FAITH, AND WARLOCKS: Orcs instinctively revere the rugged forces of the natural elements, and as such, Shamans are held in high regard. They generally have a close relationship with the nature elements and angering them is considered a grave offense. Their religion is focused on being one with nature and following quite animalistic practices, such as when shamans draw their power from the spirits of nature, and form an intimate connection with the very world that surrounds them. This awareness has led to even more revelations of their race’s true nature, as the orcs realize that they live more in harmony with the world than many of the races of the Alliance. Opposing them are Warlocks, who are looked down upon in general Orc faith because of their affiliation with arcane and dark magic, as well as necromancy. While now they have adapted a slightly gentler approach than drowning a born Warlock at infancy, many, in not all, still shun both young and old arcanists.
ORC CULTURE...
-values scars and wounds won in battle
-is concerned with survival over artistic achievement.
-reveres its elderly and honors its ancestors.
-does not apologize for past actions, nor does it demand apologies from its enemies.
-values valor over cunning—as long as valor doesn’t lead to disaster.
-resembles "Primitive" human societies, but is, like those societies, far more sophisticated when examined -closely.
-distrusts arcane magic, especially the magic of warlocks

Sample Names:
Male Names:
Grom, Thrum, Drog, Gorrum, Harg, Thurg, Karg.
Female Names:
Groma, Hargu, Igrim, Agra, Dragga, Grima.
Family Names (unavailable for those who do not hold a high position in rp):
Doomhammer, Deadeye, Forebinder, Elfkiller, Skullsplitter, Axeripper, Tearshorn, Fistcrusher, Nosebasher, Scruton, Skullsplitter, Hellscream.

Most orcish names derive from words in their language that have some complex meaning or hidden significance to their families. Typically, this is the name of a favorite thing or relative. Family names don't exist; most orcs have last names related to some great deed of heroism or honor. However, in the case of truly incredible deeds, an orc might take on the last name of his father to ensure that the chronicle of that terrific deed lives on. An orc’s first name is given early in life, often derived from a family name or the name of a great hero, e.g. Grommash Hellscream, father of Garrosh Hellscream.
Also, contrasting the real world, nicknames are used formally, e.g. only a close person to Grommash would call him by his full 1st name, while strangers and acquaintances would call him "Grom."