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'''Orc''' is a playable Horde race in Wrath of the Lich King known for strength, honor, warfare and a deep connection to the history of the Horde.

Orcs are one of the central races of Warcraft and form the backbone of the modern Horde.

Overview

Orcs are known for:

  • physical strength
  • warrior traditions
  • shamanism
  • clan loyalty
  • battlefield experience
  • strong Horde identity

Faction

Orcs belong to the:

Horde

Starting Area

Orc characters begin in:

Durotar

Their early journey includes:

  • Valley of Trials
  • Razor Hill
  • Orgrimmar

Capital City

The Orc capital is:

Orgrimmar

Orgrimmar is one of the Horde's largest cities and serves as a major center for:

  • banking
  • auction house access
  • class trainers
  • profession services
  • transport
  • PvP organization

Orc Classes

In Wrath of the Lich King, Orcs can play:

Orc Culture

Orc culture is strongly associated with:

  • clans
  • honor
  • warfare
  • ancestors
  • shamanism
  • strength

Orc Warriors

Warriors are one of the most traditional Orc classes.

Orc Warriors fit naturally with their military culture and strong melee identity.

See Warrior.

Orc Shamans

Shamanism is deeply tied to Orc history.

Orc Shamans use:

  • elemental magic
  • totems
  • ancestral traditions
  • spiritual guidance

See Shaman.

Orc Hunters

Orcs also make natural Hunters because of their wilderness traditions and strong bond with beasts.

See Hunter.

Orc Warlocks

Warlocks represent a darker part of Orc history tied to fel magic and corruption.

See Warlock.

Orc Death Knights

Orc Death Knights are fallen Horde champions raised by the Scourge.

See Death Knight.

Orcs and the Horde

Orcs are deeply tied to the creation and leadership of the modern Horde.

They have fought alongside:

  • Tauren
  • Trolls
  • Undead
  • Blood Elves

Orcs in Northrend

Orcs play a major role in the Horde's campaign in Northrend.

Important Horde military efforts include:

  • Warsong Offensive
  • Borean Tundra operations
  • Icecrown campaigns

Orcs on FrozenThrone

Orcs are a strong choice for players interested in:

  • Horde gameplay
  • Warriors
  • Shamans
  • Hunters
  • melee combat
  • classic Horde identity