They attack other races for their life-giving fluids and parts. Formerly mummified, similar to the mummies of Ancient Egypt the strange energies of the Maelstrom have reanimated them. Vaguely humanoid in shape, the Shard have an extreme hatred for 'carbons' ( carbon-based lifeforms), and stop at nothing to wipe them out. Upon entering the Maelstrom they found the need to encase said energy/essence in crystalline forms. Shard: The Shard are a race of lifeforms who have transcended physical form and have become pure energy.Zykhee: Vaguely humanoid aliens with advanced technology, powerful melee weapons and spiritual abilities.Identified by their white fur and large tusks coming from their heads they make up the smallest of the growler breeds.

Whitetusks - The most intelligent of growlers, the Whitetusks are the best coordinated of all the breeds.They inhabit areas of volcanic activity and have the ability to spit lava. Fireguts - These growlers have actually used heat to release the energy of their food rather than chemical reactions.As ambush hunters they will sit and wait for prey, but tend to graze their area as well, making them bloated by the sheer volume of food taken in. Bluefangs - The bluefangs inhabit any lush jungle or forest they can find.Their spines and teeth are now made of metal. Razorbacks - The razorback breed inhabits areas of high metallic ore concentrations.Growlers: The Growlers are primate-like monsters directed by the pack's collective packmind, strong and adaptable, and the main enemies of the Zykhee.The 'human wave' tactic is the most common strategy used. It employs chemical and radiation weapons at will. The Neo-Soviet Empire cares for the nation as a whole and not any one citizen. Neo-Soviets: Resurgent communist Russian forces, with crude but powerful weapons and mutated animals.The Union: The North American Union is the combination of all North American nations they possess advanced technology and superior tactics.Factions in the game include the following: In the VOR universe, the Earth has been sucked into a pocket universe known as the Maelstrom. The rules are written for 28mm skirmish games and include both set forces and rules for creating custom forces. It was published by FASA in 1999, but was discontinued following FASA's cessation of activities in 2001. VOR: The Maelstrom is a science fiction miniature wargame, set in the 22nd century. JSTOR ( April 2009) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message).Please improve this article by adding secondary or tertiary sources.įind sources: 'VOR: The Maelstrom' – news This article relies excessively on references to primary sources.

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