Ocarus

Ocarus is the northernmost kingdom on the central continent of Esai. It is a mostly mountainous region with a dense pine forest along its southern border. Goliath tribes dot the mountain ranges, worshipers of Ather(God of Air) and Gaidir(Goddess of Sport). Life in the tribes is often quite dull for those either exceptionally strong or exceptionally weak goliaths, leading many to find challenge and fortune along their inner coast of the southern kingdoms.

The largest goliath tribe is Thunukalagi, sitting at the base of the mountain. Those goliaths will often fight each other for their place at the upper echelons of the mountain, with the strongest, most able individual living with at the summit. Many goliaths who particularly value proof of their combat ability find themselves without children or wives, as any family unit is held to the standard of their least capable individual, be it a man, woman, or a mature child. This is particularly frustrating for some as Goliaths reach maturity around age 13.

Popular contests of strength include wrestling, running, jumping, and even feats of great dexterity. However, games of skill and intellect are not factored into their competition. Despite this, Goliaths are not without intellect and cleverness. Their skills are just directed towards their more base skillsets. Many Goliaths end up traversing the world as gladiators, bodyguards, adventurers, and even merchants.

A smaller, but much more dangerous portion of Ocarus are the orcs of Clan Deathhammer. One of the two large orc clans known on the continent, they are particularly known for their amphibious raids on the lands of Mirrah and Lindelt. Clan Deathammer lives in a more traditional manner for orcs, pillaging and assaulting those who find themselves in their murderous path. After the Godswar, the vast majority of the clan were killed, leaving just a few to repopulate their numbers. After 100 years of interbreeding, the orcs of this particular clan have regained some of their numbers and have begun to renew their raiding efforts.

Important Locations in Ocarus:

Thunukalagi

Clan Deathhammer

Gnomeandy

Wodea's Glen

Mistveil

Charred Sea