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LIZARDFOLK ORCS
The lizardfolk of Khorvaire dwell in the region The orcs are an ancient race. Their ancestors
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of the Dragon Below. These cultists also live
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Below have diminished both sides.
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joined with humans to create mixed clans. The
who must be satiated with the blood of enemies. dragonmarked House Tharashk arose from this
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on the borders of Droaam, honorable minotaurs
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often work with House Tharashk and serve as
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mercenaries in the Five Nations.
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unmarked member of House Tharashk, seeking
for House Tharashk, a minotaur warlord, or the
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Daughters of Sora Kell?
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