Waaaghs

WAAAGH! is a fundamental concept in the lore of the Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Fantasy Battle/Age of Sigmar fictional universes, primarily associated with the Ork species. It represents a psychic phenomenon that amplifies Ork abilities and aggression, fueled by their collective desire for violence and war. When a significant number of Orks gather, their shared psychic energy, the WAAAGH!, becomes a tangible force. This collective consciousness grants them enhanced strength, resilience, and a more potent understanding of technology, even if that technology is crude and jury-rigged. The WAAAGH! is not just a state of mind; it is a driving force that compels Orks to seek out conflict and engage in battle. The larger and more unified the WAAAGH!, the more powerful its effects become. A successful WAAAGH! can see Orks conquer worlds and carve out vast empires, driven by an insatiable urge to fight. The concept is central to Ork culture and their place in the galaxy, explaining their overwhelming numbers and their persistent, aggressive nature.