Dreadwolves

**Dreadwolves**, also called the **“Lycanthropis Infernalis”** or **“Infernal Lycanthropes”**, are the result of a dark pact between werewolves and powerful demons. When a werewolf willingly sells its soul to a demon in exchange for enhanced powers and demonic abilities, the transformation occurs, giving rise to the **Infernal Lycanthropes**. This demon race is example Maledictor Demons.

## Physical Characteristics

The Dreadwolves possess a unique blend of demonic and werewolf features. Their bodies are muscular and covered in sleek, dark fur, with eyes that glow with an otherworldly, fiery light. Horns may protrude from their heads, and their claws and fangs are infused with demonic energy, capable of tearing through both flesh and magical barriers.

## Society and Culture

Dreadwolves are solitary beings, often shunned by both werewolves and demons due to their dual nature. They may form small, secretive communities in the depths of supernatural realms, away from the prying eyes of other creatures. Within their society, there is a hierarchy based on the strength of their demonic powers and the level of control they have over their werewolf instincts.

### Hybrid Offshoots

Dreadwolves have two Cambion Races the Lycanthrobane (Werewolf-Dreadwolf Cambion) and Hulvenborn (Human-Dreadwolf Cambion)

## Powers and Abilities

### Powers

* **Demonic Shapeshifting:** Dreadwolves can shift between a more demonic form and a werewolf form at will, combining the strength and ferocity of both entities. In their demonic form, they might gain additional demonic appendages, such as wings or a tail.
* **Infernal Rage:** When provoked or in the heat of battle, these beings tap into their demonic essence, experiencing a surge of infernal rage. This amplifies their physical strength, speed, and resilience, making them formidable adversaries.
* **Hellfire Manipulation:** Dreadwolves can harness and control hellfire, a demonic flame that burns hotter and more malevolently than regular fire. They can use it for both offensive and defensive purposes.
* **Soul Corruption:** Through their demonic nature, Dreadwolves have the ability to corrupt the souls of those they defeat. This corruption can manifest as a curse, haunting the victim with nightmares or gradually transforming them into demonic entities.
* **Devil Arms:** Devil Arms are demonic, variably sentient weapons that are commonly the manifestation of a defeated Demon's soul or power. When wielded, Devil Arms often convey their power to the wielder, provided they have been subdued first.

### Weaknesses

* **Silver Weakness:** Similar to traditional werewolves, silver is a potent weakness for Dreadwolves. Silver weapons can cause them severe harm and slow down their regenerative abilities.
	+ **Lycanbane Silver:** This extraordinary material is forged through an intricate alchemical process that involves combining traditional silver with rare mystical elements found in enchanted realms. Lycanbane Silver is specifically designed to be a potent weapon against Dreadwolves, exploiting their vulnerabilities and countering their supernatural resilience.
* **Celestial Intervention:** Celestial beings or holy artifacts with powerful divine magic can weaken and repel Dreadwolves, as their demonic nature is vulnerable to celestial forces.
	+ **Celestial Symbols:** Dreadwolves are repelled by celestial symbols, such as holy sigils, runes, or religious artifacts. Carving or displaying these symbols in the vicinity of Dreadwolves can create barriers that they cannot easily cross.
* **Moonstone Crystals:** The magical fusion of werewolf and demon traits within Dreadwolves makes them susceptible to the energy of moonstone crystals. When exposed to the radiant energies emitted by these crystals, Dreadwolves experience weakness, reducing their physical strength and abilities.
* **Sound Dissonance:** Dreadwolves are highly sensitive to certain frequencies of sound that disrupt their demonic and werewolf instincts. Creating dissonant sounds, whether through enchanted musical instruments or specific sonic devices, can disorient and weaken them.
* **Elemental Vulnerability:** The combination of demonic and werewolf attributes leaves Dreadwolves vulnerable to specific elemental forces. For example, exposure to blessed water or flames consecrated with divine energy can cause them significant harm.
* **Emotional Resonance:** Dreadwolves retain a degree of the emotional vulnerabilities inherent in werewolves. Positive emotions, such as love, compassion, or empathy, can weaken their demonic side and momentarily disrupt their aggressive instincts, providing an opportunity for those who wish to pacify or subdue them.
* **Dreadbane Herb:** A rare and mystical herb known as “Dreadbane” can be used to create potions or talismans that repel Dreadwolves. The herb's essence disrupts the supernatural connection within Dreadwolves, causing them discomfort and deterring them from approaching areas infused with its aroma.

## Members

* **Fenrik, the Vengeful Alpha:** Fenrik is the Original Dreadwolf and first Alpha of the Original Dreadwolf Pack.
	+ **Vormund, Ghost Rider of Dreadwolf:** Vormund is fusion of Fenrik and Jordan Parrish.