Hankala

Though the orcs of Clan Flatrock are a nomadic people, though they do possess one permanent settlement, Hankala. Nestled between the outskirts of the Black Wastes and the ashen gulf surrounding Ytar's Rage, Hankala is a hub for the many wandering orc groups to trade goods and news. Despite their inclusive ways, Clan Flatrock does not allow any non-orcs into the city, though the Khan can make specific exceptions in times of need. Since the desert is home to many wandering horrors like the sand wurms and ankheg, magic barriers set in place over a millennia ago keep the city safe. Recently, the barriers that keep the city safe have been eroding due to the populations inability to use magic to renew them.

The entirety of the city is carved from one contiguous mountain, each building and structure attached to each other by the original stone placed by Ogun. While this method makes expansion difficult, it also protects the city from the frequent desert earthquakes. The layout of the city is essentially a large number of stone building usually used as temporary homes for small orc groups surrounding a large temple to Ogun where the Khan resides. As Clan Flatrock is a particularly religious group, many temples to the gods are scattered throughout the city, especially to Etos and Tir. By orc standards, the laws of Hankala and quite rigid, but they really only encompass crimes such as murder and treason. Within the city all residents are expected to protect their own belongings and property. Theft of any kind is frowned upon, but retribution is left to the victim to deal with. Honesty is of utmost importance to the clan, and most would talk about any crimes or misdeeds they omitted in broad daylight rather than be accused of deception.

The current Khan is Derthag Ga'at. He rose to the throne after the previous Khan stepped down from old age. A tribunal of all the elders of the various tribes was convened, and they chose the orc who they believed would maintain the neutrality that their clan required. Derthag is a pacifist to a fault, exemplifying the personal restraint that many even in Clan Flatrock lack. This disposition is more than some can take, and some of the more militaristic members of the clan are vying for his position.