APPEARANCE. referred to as dire wolves when spotted by humans, lykos are larger than their extinct cousins, the grey wolves. the coloring of their coats and eyes is determined at birth, echoing their human form. when walking on two legs there are a few differences setting them apart from your "normal" human: sharper incisors, thicker nails, and reflective eyes that respond to light, making them an easy-to-spot target of their human enemies.
Their shift tends to be exceedingly painful in the beginning and happens over 2-5 minutes. The full moon will force them to shift every month, but GAIA has created an enhancement that will allow them to control even this shifting if desired. It is common for younger werewolves to struggle with controlling their shift
ABILITIES. Stronger than any human, regardless of form; Longer lifespans, 150 years to 200 years. They do age, but more slowly; Enhanced senses that tends to be stronger when shifted; Advanced regeneration, can heal even from severe injuries
WEAKNESSES. Wolfsbane poisoning is arguably the easiest way of killing them. Brief exposure will just weaken them and leave them unable to move, but prolonged exposure can lead to unconsciousness then death. They also suffer from an allergy to silver that burns their skin when touched and will prevent them from shifting. Beheading or removal of their heart will result in immediate death.
