Aerthalas

A grizzled old orc with a thick, braided beard and a permanent scowl etched on his face. His skin is a deep green, marked with scars from years of working with hot metal. He wears a leather apron over simple, rugged clothing, and his hands are calloused and strong from years of hammering metal. His eyes are sharp and piercing, reflecting the fiery glow of his forge.

Gruff and blunt, Gruk has little patience for incompetence. He speaks in short, clipped sentences and expects those around him to keep up with his high standards. His temper can flare easily, especially when he sees someone mishandling tools or materials in his forge, but beneath his tough exterior lies a fierce loyalty to his clan and a passion for his craft.

Gruk Steeljaw is a master blacksmith who has dedicated his life to forging weapons for the Ironclaw Orcs. His reputation is built on the legendary Bloodfire Blades, weapons that are said to be infused with the very essence of battle. Gruk's forge, located in the treacherous Bloodfire Gorge, is a place of both creation and destruction, where the heat of the flames mirrors the intensity of his temper. Despite his gruff exterior, he has a deep sense of honor and loyalty to his clan, believing that a well-forged weapon can change the tide of battle.