Which elves become orcs?

The origin(s) of orcs were explained inconsistently in two different ways by Tolkien: the orcs were either East Elves (Avari) enslaved, tortured, and bred by Morgoth (as Melkor became known), or, "perhaps.. Avari [(a race of elves)].. [turned] evil and savage in the wild", both according to The Silmarillion.

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2023-12-15 05:50:30

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Why cant the elves reproduce in the witcher?
Elves can only conceive during their very early years. And on top of that problem, most couples will never be successful in bearing a child. Elven biology is just too fickle. Thus, humans will always be able to overpower this Elder Race by sheer force of numbers.
2024-01-07 00:15:49

Are skyrim orcs elves?
Orcs, also called Orsimer or "Pariah Folk" in ancient times, are the elves of the Wrothgarian Mountains, Dragontail Mountains, Valenwood, Skyrim and Orsinium (literally translated as "Orc-Town"). They are noted for their unshakable courage in war and their unflinching endurance of hardships.
2023-10-15 21:17:02

Are all orcs once elves?
They are a corrupted race of elves, either bred that way by Morgoth, or turned savage in that manner, according to the Silmarillion.
2023-03-23 19:08:01

Are orcs immortal like elves?
It is unknown if the Orcs were immortal like the Elves. There is, in any case, a hint for a long lifespan in the story of two of the most famous Orc-chieftains: Azog and Bolg. Bolg, being the son of Azog, was the chieftain of the Orcs who attacked Erebor in the Battle of Five Armies in T.A. 2941.
2023-02-13 09:06:37

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