Werewolves

== Werewolves ==
A Werewolf is a human and a Cryptids that has the ability to shape-shift into a raging ferocious wolf and wolf-like beast typically when there is a full moon. There are direct ancestors to the YaBeastL and are sub category of them. They are seen as creatures of legend and folklore to most, but to the few, they have seen sightings of them in the forest around the world. 
== Origins ==
The origins of werewolves can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where tales of shape-shifting humans or human-animal hybrids were prevalent. In Greece, Lycaon, a king cursed by Zeus to transform into a wolf, is often cited as one of the earliest werewolves. Similarly, Norse and Celtics also had tales of warriors who could take on the form of wolves in battle.
== Transformation and Traits ==
One of the defining characteristics of werewolves is their ability to transform from human to wolf or wolf-like creature, typically during the full moon, though some werewolves can turn into normal wolves every night. This transformation is often depicted as a painful and involuntary process, accompanied by physical changes such as elongated claws, fur-covered bodies, and heightened senses.
In many traditions, werewolves are said to possess superhuman strength, speed, and agility, making them formidable adversaries. They are often depicted as ferocious predators, capable of tearing apart their prey with ease.
== Curses and Legends ==
The most common origin story for werewolves involves a curse or affliction that transforms an individual into a wolf-like creature. This curse may be inherited, passed down through generations, or inflicted upon someone as punishment for wrongdoing. In some legends, werewolves are said to be the result of a bite or scratch from another werewolf, transmitting the curse to the victim. Other tales attribute lycanthropy to dark magic or demonic possession, with individuals willingly invoking supernatural forces to gain the power of the wolf. But mostly its those who have ancestry to YaBeastLs.