Urol Spikehammer was a natural fighter. He had great strength compared to the other orcs he knew when he was younger. After the majority of the Frostwolf Clan was led through the Dark Portal by Durotan due to them being declared "traitors" by Gul'dan, Urol began not only training in combat, but also as a blacksmith. Urol became renowned for his blacksmithing, as he often crafted his own armour and weapons, most notably his hammer. Urol earned the surname Spikehammer for his expertise in crafting maces and hammers. Urol is still moderately strong in comparison to other orcs, being able to hold a hammer in one hand that would usually be too heavy to use properly with one hand, and have a sturdy shield in the other. However, he lacks some defensive capability if caught without his shield.