Blutbaden

**Blutbaden** are a species of Wesen with striking similarities to werewolves and wolfbloods. Unlike many other canine-related Wesen, the woge of a blutbad retains much of their human appearance and their identities are still quite recognizable. When woged, they gain claws, muscles, and glowing, reflective red eyes. Their teeth also become razor sharp and extremely deadly.

## Characteristics

Blutbaden are physically among the strongest Wesen, particularly when woged. This may be a result of how early the Wesen half of a blutbad develops -- as early as seven years old, many years before puberty. Blutbaden do not fear Grimms, and many will attack a Grimm on sight.

Blutbaden are known to be vicious -- it is not uncommon for a blutbad to murder other Wesen or even ordinary humans and then eat them. Blutbaden have particularly contentious relationships with Bauerschwein and Seelenguter, often tormenting and antagonizing them simply for fun. They look down on most other species of Wesen, including Fuchsbau, but are intensely loyal to each other. A blutbad killing another blutbad is so rare it is practically unheard of. An individual blutbad will demonstrate extreme loyalty to anyone whom they befriend, no matter the species. As a result, despite their savage nature, blutbaden also garner a great deal of respect in the Wesen community -- Wesen would certainly rather be friends with any blutbaden they meet than not.

Blutbaden lose all sense of inhibition when around others of their species, so those who do not wish to be a threat to others typically live solitary lifestyles. Blutbaden are territorial and mark their territory instinctively, which helps those who live alone keep others away. Under the light of a full moon, a blutbad is forced to woge. Their behavior will become erratic, and often times violent, as they are forced to act under their base instincts.

Blutbaden who are truly attempting not to be violent creatures are known as Wieder Blutbaden, and devote their entire lifestyle to the practice of being peaceful. This requires a strict discipline of diet, exercise, and even drugs.

Cats become highly aggressive in the presence of a blutbad.

## Powers & Abilities

* Superhuman Strength - blutbaden are among the strongest of Wesen, particularly when woged, although they are not as strong as a Grimm in peak physical condition or a Slayer. Male blutbaden are stronger than females.
* Heightened Senses - blutbaden have remarkably acute senses, particularly their senses of hearing and smell.
* Claws and Fangs - the claws and teeth of a woged blutbad are very sharp and make deadly weapons.
* Superhuman Speed - blutbaden move much faster than an ordinary human.
* Superhuman Agility - blutbaden are considerably more dexterous than humans.
* Durability - blutbaden are difficult to injure and are resilient against harm.

## Weaknesses

* Lower Back - there is a spot on the lower back of all blutbaden that, if struck, will temporarily stun them.
* Wolfsbane - in sufficient quantities, wolfsbane can weaken or block a blutbad's sense of smell.
* Völlige Verzweiflung - when cooked, this mushroom releases a toxin that is deadly for blutbaden.
* The Colt - the Colt can kill most living creatures.
* Death & Death's Scythe - Death can kill any living creature.

## Lore

### Grimm Diaries

> Wolf-like creatures. They have an incredible sense of smell that can only be weakened by an herb called Wolfsbane
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> Blutbaden are often violent in packs, especially when they see red. Their physical weak spot is on the lower back, an area of the lumbar vertebrae with a cluster of nerves. In between kills, Blutbaden fatten up their victims because they typically go a week between meals.
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> A Wieder Blutbad is a reformed Blutbad of a different church. The Wieder Blutbaden stay reformed through a strict regimen of diet, drugs and exercise, whereas normal Blutbaden give in to their animalistic impulses and live on the wild side.
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> The Anatomy of a Blutbad
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> The hand grows stronger, hair covers the fingers. The teeth grow longer and sharper. Jaw musculature becomes several times thicker.
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> Lumbar musculature triples in thickness and strength; however, the very lower back is less muscular and exposed.
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> It was discovered that the Blutbaden lower back contains a cluster of nerve endings. When struck, the pain felt by the Blutbad seems debilitating. The pain leaves the Blutbad sufficiently disabled to escape from it or kill it; but after a few moments, the creature is able to move again.
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> Montreal 1932 - Pierre Rambeau
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> CUSTOMS Official - 17 Kills
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> Dispatched July 7th 1936 in Amsterdam
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> -Approximately 6'2'' tall, 210 lbs
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> -Prone to spontaneous violent outbursts but demeanor is otherwise emotionless and purposefully distant.
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> -Human form is clean-shaven with no lasting animal hair or teeth.
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> -Transformation often triggered by presence of some significant object or individual.
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> Once upon a time there was an old goat who had seven young kids, and she loved them as any mother loves their children. One day she decided to go into the forest to fetch some food, so she called all seven of them to her and said, "Dear children, I'm going into the forest, and I want you to be on your guard against the wolf. If he gets in here, he'll eat you all up, skin and bones. That villain often disguises himself, but you can recognize him right away by his gruff voice and black feet."
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> "Dear Mother," the kids said, "We'll take good care of ourselves. Just go and don't worry about leaving us here."
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> The old goat bleated and went on her way with an easy mind, but it was not long before someone knocked at the door and called out, "Open up, dear children, your mother's back and has brought something for each of you."
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> But the kids knew it was the wolf by his gruff voice.
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> "We're not opening up," they cried out. "You're not our mother. She has a lovely, soft voice, and yours is gruff. You're the wolf!"
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> The wolf went away to a shopkeeper and bought a big piece of chalk, which he ate, and it made his voice soft. Then he returned, knocked at the door, and called out, "Open up, dear children. Your mother's back and has brought something for each one you (sic)."
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> But the wolf had put his black paw on the windowsill, and when the children saw it, they cried out, "We're not opening up. Our mother doesn't have a black paw like yours. You're the wolf!"
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