The Orsimer (Orcs) are the second tallest playable race in Skyrim, standing slightly shorter than Altmer (High Elves), at a scale of 1.0450. Orc strongholds tend to have a mine and blacksmith tools, which are usable regardless of whether the associated quest has been completed. If the Dragonborn is an Orc, they will be accepted and may enter and engage in conversations without the need for prerequisite quests, though they will still treat the Dragonborn as an 'outlander.' However, if you are an Orc, as well as a vampire, then there will be a prerequisite quest. You are allowed to enter the stronghold, but the Orcs dislike it, thus making conversation impossible until you become 'Blood-Kin' by completing the quest the guard gives you. Once you are near an Orcish Stronghold, a guard will tell you to stay away. The Dragonborn may enter, but cannot have conversation with the Orcs inside. Most orcs are found in strongholds throughout Skyrim, though some are seen in major cities such as Morthal and Markarth. It has been sacked and rebuilt many times.' ― Loading Screens (Skyrim) 'Orcs, also known as Orsimer, are natives of Orsinium, a small mountain kingdom between Hammerfell and Skyrim.

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