and hurl the axe too.... at the ground near the nords feet, the irregular bounce would be difficult to block and may strike his legs. But that was a diversionary tactic. The orc would tackle the nord as he was blocking the axe and then just beat the crap outa him as they wrestled on the ground.
Yes, but he doesn't move as much. Even untrained warrior can spend little stamina to maneuver in Orcish Armor. See How Orsinium Passed to The Orcs
He died with honor - that was a fun discussion. Here is the Link to the new discussion in CB, for anyone interested.