The dust swirled around the makeshift training grounds, a chaotic blend of ochre and brown kicked up by hundreds of feet. The sun beat down relentlessly on the assembled warriors of the Rock Bear and Black Tree tribes, their faces grim under the exertion. This wasn't a clash of enemies, but a crucible forging a more disciplined and powerful fighting force.
The buddy system was introduced to the trainees. Two warriors were paired. Their lives, at least during training, were intertwined. They were responsible for each other's safety, their training mirroring the mutual reliance expected on the battlefield. This foundational step aimed to break down the ingrained orcish trait of going solo,fostering trust and understanding through shared hardship and accomplishment.
