Werewolf lore

Werewolf lore centers on humans transforming into wolves—or wolf-like creatures—typically during a full moon. This transformation is often depicted as involuntary, driven by curses, bitten or scratched by another werewolf, or through mystical means. Historically, fears of werewolves were linked to explanations for unexplained violence or disease. In stories, werewolves possess enhanced strength, speed, and senses, often exhibiting savage, animalistic behavior. Over time, lore has evolved from fears rooted in superstition to more complex characters in literature and film, symbolizing themes of duality, primal instincts, and the struggle between civilization and nature.