Lycan

The **Lycan** are a mutant human species created by TheDarkCat97. They are the result of an outbreak of a rare strain of rabies, causing them to become rabid zombie-like monsters.

Their theme song is Mutated Salvatore Moreau - Resident Evil 8 Village.

## **Biology**

Lycans are the result of a human mercenary infected with a genetically modified form of rabies. Originally these Classes were failed test-subjects for a superhuman project intent on finding a suitable host body for a parasite known as *The Daemonium* (Latin for "The Demon"), with Lycans being the result of the host and parasite rejecting one another. Though there have been cases of mercenaries in 2021 becoming Lycans after being injured, it is uncertain if Lycans are capable of infecting people or if they had already been injected with The Daemonium.

In terms of intelligence, Lycans are close to normal humans in that they are capable of expertly handling weapons such as Axetinguishers and ride automobiles. In terms of hierarchy, the larger Lycan appear to take a leadership role, though this may be only on a pragmatic basis. They are extremely aggressive and will attack other Classes on sight. While Lycans do prey on humans, they typically consume them after some time has passed. Lycans are known to hang their prey by rope for later consumption, usually while grabbing onto the corpse. In terms of physical appearance and strength, Lycans are considerably stronger than normal mercenaries and their jaws gives a stronger biting force. They are also more agile and durable.

## **Appearance**

Lycans are no different from your average mercenary, but they have animalistic qualities similar wolves, as they are covered in faint dark blue fur and pale skin (due to living in cold temperatures), have sharp claws, wolf-like eyes and stronger jaws than a normal human.

## **Behavior**

The Lycans prefer to work in packs with their fellow lycanthropes, but there a few of the creatures that seen solitary in their habitat in Coldront. Though they will kill their prey to consume flesh, when other Classes encounters them in their den, they will find several corpses tangled. When alerted or provoked, the Lycans become aggressive, howling for the others and turning their attention to their prey.

## **Powers and Abilities**

Due to The Daemonium parasite, Lycans have enhanced physiology where they possess enhanced strength, agility, and durability. The Lycans have great durability, being able to take numerous shots from long-rage weapons before finally succumbing to their wounds. The creatures are greatly versatile, being able to climb through windows, jump on rooftops, and are capable on running on all fours at great speeds. Despite becoming mostly feral, they still retain their human intelligence, as they use makeshift weapons such as Axetinguishers and Huntsmans, ride automobiles, and create traps to capture small animals. Cunning and strategic, they will set up ambushes or use their packs to corner their prey, and will dodge and duck when being aimed at with long rage weapons. In addition, they are capable of infecting mercenaries, as a BLU Spy turned into a Lycan after being attacked by one.

## **Weakness**

Despite their enhanced durability, the Lycans are still vulnerable to long-range weapons and explosives, such as grenades and rockets. The creatures can also be temporarily unconscious, as the Scout can use baseballs to escape or attack them while they are vulnerable.

## **Trivia**

* Lycans do not speak their natural lines, they can only make growling and roaring sounds.
* The Lycans' conditions are very similar to the traditional ones of werewolf mythology.
* Lycans mostly use their teeth and claws than their usual weapons.
* Just like normal wolves, Lycans separate out and surround their prey. They usually bite the shoulders and flanks. While some pack members approach the prey from the rear, other Lycans seize the prey by the front. Before hunting, Lycans will scout out their prey. They will track their prey using only their sense of smell. Once they are close to their prey, they will start to become more discreet.
* A technique of the Lycan's hunting is intimidation (again, very similar to normal wolves). They single out their prey, and try to get him/her to run. There is less danger from boots and fists that way. If the mercenary is old, sick, or very young, Lycans will dash in for the kill right away.
* Oftentimes, the Lycans will loose control of their humanity and become more animalistic (hence the name).
* Just like typical canines, the Lycans are all colorblind.