Chaygor is a region of predominantly mixed temperate forests, intertwined with several plain areas, creating a complex ecological system teeming with life. It is bordered with Tyrsh to the north, Tanmar to the west, and Kabb'nal-An region to the south. To the east, the entire coastline is almost completely opened to the great, Eirene ocean.
Chaygor was and is the homeland of every single orc since the olden days of the great migrations. The migrations changed and reshaped other areas in various ways, especially those human ones, who until that lived a predominantly nomadic lives. Orcs on the other hand remain in this region. Staying true to their core values and principles, respecting the land and the nature. Respecting the roots and the bonds. Respecting their history. Defending it with every fiber of their beings.
This unity was well known to every other race of Dorull. It was serving its purpose to help in keeping the outsiders out of Chaygor. And it was probable reason no one dared to venture there, let alone mount an attack, not to mention an entire invasion attempt. This enabled orcs to remain pretty much unbothered for the most of the time. And at the same time, it also helped them to hide the division between them.
The orcs are split in three major tribes. The Bear tribe to the north, the Fox tribe to the east and the Wolf tribe occupying the west and the south-west parts of Chaygor. None of the tribes were ever in any major conflict situation. And would jump to each others help, if any foreign force was to breach their lands. But the slight difference in their beliefs and views, made them to drift apart in time.
The Bear tribe's main principles revolve around honor, valor and pride. They are one of the biggest advocates for peace between every race on the planet Dorull. And were because of that considered as the weakest among tribes. Something which they disproved on numerous occasions. Most notably in the battle at Novil field against the ancient elemental being Badzanogh (see Dorull Stories: Legend of Roshnak).
The Wolf tribe on the other hand is a complete opposite to the Bears. With their sights firmly set on the prospects of future conquests, expansion and strengthening their numbers and influence. With almost pack-like behavior, the Wolf tribe managed to obtain control over almost half of the Chaygor territory.
The Fox tribe had similar aspirations as the Wolves, in wanting to expand. Albeit for the very different reasons. Their plan to strengthen the presence of orcs in the Dorull was through the means of economical expanse. Establishing trading routes with other races and other places was, in their minds, the only way forward for orcs. With the abundance of various natural resources in Chaygor, either plant or that of an animal kind, it would also be foolish not to do so. Wood was sought after everywhere. So were plants, herbs, fruit and vegetables. The same was to be said for animal wildlife. Chaygor was teeming with it. Especially one particular animal, a wild Chaygor horse. They wanted to get their hands on them, more than anything else.
And with a good reason. Horses were most useful, used and needed animals by far. Of course, humans bred theirs, so did elves and even dwarfs. But none of those horse breeds could even compare. Not even the magnificent Halvidar Akhals. Chaygor horses were bigger, stronger and faster, than any other breed. Finding buyers would be the easiest part of this scheme. And with the unlimited supply, it would undoubtedly lasted almost forever. But there was one problem with that. Other tribes were strongly opposed to the idea.
Bear tribe the most. They were the carers and protectors of those noble animals. And as such had the final word on that matter. This irreparably soured the relations between these two tribes, making the common ground for all future dealings, impossible to find. Even more so, once the Fox tribe decided to cut the direct trade with the Bears. The relations between the tribes will only worsen after the events of three novellas from Dorull Stories series: Trials of Roshnak (wip), Brothers of War (wip) and Grodish the Unwanted (wip).
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