[masonic]

Odd that they name a card for kids after a vicious predator.

[passivepinetree]

It stands for One Regional Card for All and it ties into an area wildlife. Orcas are commonly seen in local Native American art, mythology, etc. and are generally well-regarded. Local news often runs stories about certain whales in area pods. It’s not as weird as you’d think if you don’t live here.

[masonic]

  are generally well-regarded

I didn't say they are evil, just that they are ruthless predators. They're a natural element of their ecosystem, playing a longstanding role in it.

But I still feel for the humpback calves.

[Baeocystin]

Krillist.

[userbinator]

It wouldn't be the first time a transit card is named with a theme "sea creatures that start with O":

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oyster_card

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Octopus_card

[egypturnash]

It’s not for kids. Grownups use Orca cards to get around Seattle’s transit too, we just have to pay for them.

[codereflection]

Or be lucky enough to work for a company that provides them for free.