Lycanis-Aureus

Lycanis-Aureus are a mildly common form of Lycanthrope though are primarily found in and around Greece though keep a substantial population in many countries. Lycanis-Aureus consider themselves to be the best of all Lycans, with many believing its their Gods will that has lead them to their positions of fortune. Being known as cunning strategists, politicians, and merchants has lead Lycanis-Aureus to lead many a Lycan organisation.

Some Lycanis-Aureus claim that their species is in fact the oldest of all Lycanthropes though this is simply not true as much of the evidence provided for these claims relies on myth and legend. Similar supremacist views are held by many Lycanis-Aureus which has in the past the to confrontation. Though with the advent of Lycosura these incidents are rarely seen in the modern day with much of their population being confined within their city of wolves.

### Lycanis-Aureus Appearance and Attributes

Resembling the Golden Jackal (Canis Aureus) whilst in its canine form its no wonder to see why many consider these Lycans to be the leaders of their species. With furs of gold and brown their regal appearance is in stark contrast to the twisted human form in which they are displayed. More often than not Lycanis-Aureus are slightly taller and stronger than other sub species, with many standing over their lesser cousins. It also seems that Lycanis-Aureus retain far more of their intelligence than other Lycanthropes whilst in their canine form.

These traits are one of the largest contributors to the alarming level of extremist beliefs among Lycanis-Aureus. Many of their kind believe themselves to be the kings of all Lycanthropes. Often Lycanis-Aureus hold eugenic views of Lycans believing that certain sub species were created for certain tasks. This of course is not true but is a fine example of the sort of extremism that is rife among Lycanis-Aureus communities. Lycanis-Aureus are always seeking out leadership roles among their communities and will attempt to reach the top of the hierarchy. Fortunately this is often contained within Lycan communities though there has been Lycanis-Aureus members who have been able to gain positions of power throughout history. With this predisposition for attaining leadership its rare to see lone instances Lycanis-Aureus unless they are surrounded by a human group.

### Lycanis-Aureus Origins

It is stated by many Lycan Scholars that first instances of Lycanis-Aureus were the Cynocephaly of ancient legend. Supposedly residing in kingdoms that would now lie in India these Lycanis-Aureus are said to have suffered a great plague that ruined their civilisation. As pretty as a story as this is there is unfortunately no evidence for these claims, with all evidence provided being fabricated or tangential. Another theory is that Lycanis-Aureus are the descendants of King Lycaon but once more this seems to be more of a myth that historical truth.

The far more likely theory is that many transformations of Lycanis-Aureus occurred during the War of Heavens. Done by the newly formed Lykaion (Wolf Zeus) in order to cement himself in the newly Abrahamic world. Once more evidence for this is scarce though such actions are known to have been carried out by other dying deities. It is presumed that many of the modern Lycanis-Aureus are descendants of Greek pagans who did not convert to Abrahamic religions.

### Lycanis-Aureus Religious and Cultural Demigraphics

Given the predisposition of Lycan-Aureus to seek out positions of leadership its no wonder to see this displayed in the roles they hold within society. Lycanis-Aureus holy a disproportionate amount of high level positions within both Lycan and Human communities. A Large amount of packs following Arcadianism are lead by instances of Lycanis-Aureus making their sub species control a disproportionate number of packs. Although you may think their cousins would not wish to be ruled by someone not their own sub species most are incredibly accepting of Lycanis-Aureus as leaders. This is mostly likely due to their abilities in these roles with some Lycanis-Aureus being considered the finest governors and leaders of all Lycan society.

### Lycanis-Aureus Common Form

Lycanis-Aureus are almost entirely Cynocephaly with only a minute number of instances of other forms such as Astral Lycanthropy or Serkik Lycanthropy. This is due to Lycanis-Aureus packs policing their own sub species, forcing Serkik Lycanthropes to fully transform into a Cynocephaly. This enforcement of the form of Lycanthropy is one of the largest contributors to instability in Mediterranean Lycan communities during the Lycan Unrest 1986 - 2008. Though forced conversion is whole heartedly banned in the modern world Lycanis-Aureus will often use peer pressure or make vague threats to members using anything other than True Lycanthropy. Many Lycanis-Aureus consider Astral Lycanthropes to be ill or wrong given that their physical body does not change. Though there is no direct prejudice in these instances there is a certain amount of segregation, with Astral Lycanthropes being unable to attain significant leadership positions due to cultural bias. With many leadership positions having to be concentrated with a ritual involving their canine form many Astral Lycanthropes are left in less favourable roles than their kin.