ogrematics

Ogrematics is a fictional concept that appears in certain fantasy narratives. It refers to the theoretical principles and applications of mathematics as understood and utilized by ogres, a race of often large, brutish, and unintelligent creatures in many fantasy settings. The concept typically plays on the juxtaposition of a typically non-intellectual race with a complex and abstract discipline like mathematics.

The idea of "ogrematics" is usually employed for comedic or satirical effect, highlighting the absurdity of ogres engaging in such pursuits. It can be explored through various imagined scenarios, such as ogres attempting to solve complex equations with crude tools, developing their own peculiar number systems based on their physical attributes or daily activities, or applying mathematical principles in their often simplistic and direct problem-solving methods. For instance, an ogre might calculate the optimal trajectory for throwing a rock or determine the most efficient way to divide spoils.

While not a formally established mathematical field, "ogrematics" serves as a narrative device to explore themes of intelligence, perception, and the unexpected capabilities or limitations of fictional races. It allows authors to add a unique flavor to their world-building and character development, often by subverting common tropes associated with ogres. The humor or intrigue generated by "ogrematics" often stems from the imaginative interpretation of how such a creature might approach or simplify mathematical concepts.