Conditions: Lycanthropy
Dec 19, 2013 3:31:38 GMT
Post by Admin on Dec 19, 2013 3:31:38 GMT
Lycanthropy is an unusual condition that bequests a being with involuntary transformations on the night of the full moon. Due to the fact that these transformations take them from their original form to the body of a wolf and back again, lycans are sometimes referred to as "werewolves", though this term is controversial for its etymology. Some argue that "werewolf" is a gender-neutral word, while others propose the use of "wyfwolf" to be used for lycan women. Lycans themselves are of mixed opinions on the subject.
In inexperienced lycans, transformations are painful and cannot be controlled directly, but the effects can be managed in various ways, and it's helpful if the lycan can restrain themselves beforehand. Lycanthropy is not known to bring about any behavioral changes aside from these and does not have an effect on the individual's personality aside from those induced by stress.
During the transformation from wolf to original form, the pelt is shed, and this pelt can be kept or sold like any other wolf pelt. Pelts of this sort are in high demand, and unafflicted humans and nymphs alike are interested in trading for them, though most lycans find such transactions uncomfortable.
In addition to transformation, lycanthropy comes with severe allergies to silver and wolfsbane, and lycans must take care to avoid these substances lest they break out in hives. A silver bullet would surely be lethal, no matter where it hits, although regular bullets do serious damage to them as well. Aside from these issues, however, lycanthropy does not have any direct effects on a given individual outside of their wolf form -- meaning that heightened senses cannot be accessed until a transformation is made.
Transmitting lycanthropy from one being to another can occur from nothing more than a bite or scratch. Being infected with lycanthropy will neutralize the elemental abilities of nymphs, the glamour-casting of fey, and the fire production of drakes, along with any previously purchased modifications. Lycanthropy cannot be transmitted to people who are already dead, including vampires.
Strengths:
none unless purchased
Weaknesses:
wolfsbane (bothersome)
silver (bothersome, potentially lethal)
involuntary transformations *
* The ability to control transformations at will can be purchased with tokens at the store.
In inexperienced lycans, transformations are painful and cannot be controlled directly, but the effects can be managed in various ways, and it's helpful if the lycan can restrain themselves beforehand. Lycanthropy is not known to bring about any behavioral changes aside from these and does not have an effect on the individual's personality aside from those induced by stress.
During the transformation from wolf to original form, the pelt is shed, and this pelt can be kept or sold like any other wolf pelt. Pelts of this sort are in high demand, and unafflicted humans and nymphs alike are interested in trading for them, though most lycans find such transactions uncomfortable.
In addition to transformation, lycanthropy comes with severe allergies to silver and wolfsbane, and lycans must take care to avoid these substances lest they break out in hives. A silver bullet would surely be lethal, no matter where it hits, although regular bullets do serious damage to them as well. Aside from these issues, however, lycanthropy does not have any direct effects on a given individual outside of their wolf form -- meaning that heightened senses cannot be accessed until a transformation is made.
Transmitting lycanthropy from one being to another can occur from nothing more than a bite or scratch. Being infected with lycanthropy will neutralize the elemental abilities of nymphs, the glamour-casting of fey, and the fire production of drakes, along with any previously purchased modifications. Lycanthropy cannot be transmitted to people who are already dead, including vampires.
Strengths:
none unless purchased
Weaknesses:
wolfsbane (bothersome)
silver (bothersome, potentially lethal)
involuntary transformations *
* The ability to control transformations at will can be purchased with tokens at the store.