I mean I get how this misconception could exist. Ogre starting strength is very stout which may lead the uninformed to just feel that Ogres (with their higher str and thus attack) are innately better. This isn't a 'hidden stat' though - it's right there in plain sight and ultimately negated in that at high levels with good buffs any race can and WILL cap their str to 255.
Racial difference are clearly defined.
For shadowknights,
Ogres have insane starting str/stam, slam, and FSI
Troll have good starting str/stam, slam, and regen
Iksars have bad starting stats, regen, ac bonus, and smaller size
Humans have medium starting stats and no xp penalty
Dark elves have bad starting stats, sexy factor, ultravision, and no xp penalty
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