Discover Atheron

Explore Gor’makthar

The orc starting stronghold of Atheron

Beyond iron-bound gates, Gor’makthar rings with hammer blows and war chants. Orcs train beside the Blood Arena, feast huts gather the clans, and the Warchief’s Hall looks over a stronghold where skill and resolve carry weight. Follow the smoke from the forges and find your place among the city’s fighters, makers, and travelers.

Concept art of Gor’makthar

Inside the stronghold

Walk past the training grounds to the Blood Arena, then seek the Warchief’s Hall for work that reaches beyond the walls. Stock up at the smithies or visit the war wolf stables before heading out. The Bonefire Temple offers another path into Gor’makthar’s traditions.

Where to stop

Gor’makthar architecture and key buildings

The Howling Wolf Tavern. Druza the Scarred keeps a place for those returning from the road.

Ironjaw Forge. Krogar Ironjaw supplies weapons for the next fight.

Wolffang Armorers. Zarka Wolffang outfits warriors in armor.

Bloodfang Archery. Vorga Redtooth offers bows and arena challenges.

Redclaw Remedies. Zharra Bonecaster prepares potions and speaks of prophecy.

Bonefire Temple. Elder Gorath tends the stronghold’s temple.

Meet the people of Gor’makthar

The stronghold has more than one way to earn a name. Ask its leader for work, join a warband, or follow the stories that others leave alone.

Gor’makthar NPC character concepts

Warchief Grondar Skullaxe. The city’s leader offers its main quests.

Zharra Bonecaster. A healer and guide to prophecy quests.

Vorga Redtooth. An arena contact with combat challenges.

Rugnak Stormblade. Join the work of a warband.

Drakka the Outcast. Seek him out for dangerous side quests.

Celebrate through the seasons

Oaths, contests, hunts, and fire mark Gor’makthar’s year. Each holiday changes the stronghold and brings a mini game to join.

Spring

Blood Oath Festival

Warriors swear oaths beneath the totems. Take part in an oath or uncover someone who swore falsely.

Mini game Duel of Honor: face opponents in quick combat duels.

Summer

The Warchant

Arena fights and marching songs fill the stronghold. Enter the battles or help protect a warchanter.

Mini game Battle Chant: call the chants in rhythm.

Autumn

Hunt of Skulls

Skulls mark the gates. Hunt beasts for the display and investigate the desecration of the trophies.

Mini game Bone Toss: throw skulls at target posts.

Winter

Firefang Night

A bonfire burns in the central square. Gather fuel and help defend the flames.

Mini game Bonfire Feeding: gather fuel faster than rivals.

Begin in Gor’makthar

Meet the stronghold’s people, choose a challenge, and step beyond the iron-bound gates. In Gor’makthar, a new adventure starts when you answer the call.