Werewolves

* Human Form (Bitten)
* Wolf Form (Pure Blood)

### Appearance

Human or a Tall Humanoid Wolf when under the influence of a full moon or an urge to feed (Pure Bloods)
 Human with (when transformed) yellow eyes, fangs and claws (Bitten Werewolves)

Werewolves are creatures of myth and legend associated with the moon, transformation, and the duality of human and animal nature - there are two main types of werewolves in the Eyoho Verse: Pure Bloods and Bitten Werewolves. Pure Bloods represent the more traditional concept of werewolves, while Bitten Werewolves retain their human appearance but exhibit sharp teeth, claws, and glowing yellow eyes when transformed.

Pure Blood werewolves are individuals born into lycanthropy thus inheriting their condition through their bloodline (which some conspirators believe goes all the way back to a supposed Alpha Werewolf.) They possess the ability to transform into formidable wolf-like creatures at will, often during a full moon. Their transformation is accompanied by physical changes, including an increase in size, enhanced strength, speed, and heightened senses.

On the other hand, Bitten Werewolves acquire their condition through a werewolf's bite or scratch. When triggered by direct exposure to a full moon or intense emotions (eg: An urge for hunger), they undergo a forced transformation into a more feral state, retaining their human appearance but gaining the attributes of a werewolf, such as enhanced physical capabilities and an insatiable bloodlust.

## Powers and Abilities

* Enhanced senses - Both Pure Bloods and Bitten Werewolves exhibit heightened strength, speed, agility, and endurance that surpasses human capabilities.
* Infectious bite - A single bite by either a Bitten or Pure Blood werewolf will cause a person to turn into a werewolf themselves at the next full moon however, a scratch from a werewolf's extended claws does not appear to transfer any infection.
* Regeneration - Werewolves possess an accelerated healing ability, allowing them to recover from injuries (mainly non-fatal) faster than ordinary humans, even if a mortally wounded human was bitten by a Werewolf they will still turn and their wounds will regenerate like a normal Werewolf.

## Vulnerabilities

* Decapitation - Werewolves can be killed through decapitation.
* Full Moon - An enduring belief present in folklore and mythology is that all werewolves are compelled to undergo a transformation during the full moon. While some perceive this as a blessing, others consider it a curse as it makes them easy targets for hunters.
* Silver - Silver, in various forms such as bullets or weapons, is a known vulnerability for werewolves. Contact with silver can cause severe burns and inhibit their regenerative abilities.

## Possible Alpha Werewolf

Within the werewolf lore, the existence of an Alpha Werewolf is a subject of speculation and mystery. The term "Alpha" is commonly used to refer to the leader of a werewolf clan or pack, but whether a single, all-powerful Alpha Werewolf exists remains unknown. The notion of the Alpha adds intrigue and a sense of hierarchy within the werewolf community, but its true nature and role continue to elude hunters.

## Episodes

### 1.02 The Werewolf of Dogdyke

Whilst not a true Werewolf, the Werewolf of Dogdyke exhibits similarities to traditional werewolves, including a similar physical appearance (that looked like a werewolf halfway through transformation) and heightened physical attributes along with primal instincts. These resemblances contribute to the speculation linking the Dogdyke cryptid to werewolf lore however due to the lack of concrete evidence from hunters, establishing a definitive connection between the Dogdyke cryptid and werewolves remains challenging.

### 2.01 Highlander

In the moonlit countryside of Caithness, a tense chase unfolds as Alexander Hunter pursues a werewolf through a country road. The werewolf, injured and agile, falls to his knees, howling for backup. A man in a trenchcoat, revealed to be Alexander Hunter, confronts the creature, citing the werewolves' impact on livestock and the agricultural community. Ignoring the werewolf's explanation of the Shadow Clan's motives, Alexander shoots him with silver bullets before retreating, moments later: clan members, led by the Alpha, Aurora, discover their fallen comrade. Aurora, a mix of delicate features and a muscular build, howls in anger, marking the beginning of a conflict between werewolves and hunters.

In Lincoln City, Shane learns of the werewolf case in Caithness through the Hunter Network. He decides to investigate and readies himself for the journey. Meanwhile, Alexander, now in farmhand attire, discusses the werewolf incident with his friend Kyle Macleod. They plan a stakeout on Kyle's farm to confront the werewolves.

As night falls in Caithness, Alexander and Kyle Macleod, armed with weapons like a crossbow and a machete, stake out the farm. They encounter a female werewolf, initiating a fierce fight. Despite their efforts, the werewolf escapes, leaving them to discover a bloody note from Aurora, hinting at the Shadow Clan's intentions as Aurora and her clan continue their gruesome activities, feasting on livestock and engaging in conflicts with normal farm folk away from the hunters. Aurora's ruthless leadership causes internal struggles within the clan. The narrative expands to show the werewolves' impact on a local farming couple, highlighting the brutality of their actions.

The story introduces Shane to the investigation, and the three hunters—Alexander, Kyle, and Shane—unite to combat the growing werewolf threat. As they analyze the case, Shane reveals knowledge of the Shadow Clan from his past experiences, the trio encounters a crime scene where another werewolf attack occurred. Shane, Alexander, and Kyle discuss the situation, speculating on the werewolves' motives and methods. Shane's background with supernatural cases provides valuable insights.

In a tense confrontation with a werewolf negotiator, the hunters learn about the clan's desperate need for new members. The struggle intensifies, leading to a chaotic fight. Meanwhile, Kyle faces Aurora alone in his farmhouse, engaging in a battle of wits and strength.

Outside, Alexander and Shane join the fight against the male werewolf. With teamwork, they manage to defeat it, but the battle is far from over. Kyle, rejoining the group, provides crucial support by saving Alexander from Aurora's imminent attack with a sniper-esque crossbow shot, Kyle's crossbow attack is then halted as Aurora's final stand unfolds in the farmhouse, where she confronts the hunter. Despite her defiant words, Kyle's well-aimed crossbow bolt (which has been tipped with Silver) incapacitates her, she plays dead and tries to attack Kyle whilst his back is turned but her own momentum causes her to fall from an upstairs window, her last words are cynical and cryptic as she claims to the hunters that more Werewolves will come from the shadows in response to these events just before Alexander, driven by duty, decapitates Aurora.

The hunters burn Aurora's body as a mark of respect, acknowledging the gravity of their actions. The story concludes with the trio contemplating the challenges they face and the realization that their fight against supernatural threats will persist. As the howls of the Shadow Clan members echo in the distance as they mourn their lost Alpha.