Post by Sublime on Aug 21, 2013 16:17:06 GMT -8
Shifters
Shifters originated from a plane very similar to that of the Vampires, a place lacking in technology, currency or government. The land is brimming with lush wildlife, untouched land and dangerous fauna.
Shifters are the dominant species in their plane; magnificent beasts of various races and size. When they first entered this dimension, their appearance was some place between beast and man, because of the overwhelming energy levels on this plane they were incapable of shifting to their beast form.
Their abnormal appearance caused them to be labelled as monsters and hunted mercilessly. The shifters quickly adapted to protect themselves, evolving to match the appearance of their adversary.
Due to an over abundance of energy stored within the Shifters, they must transform regularly, at least once a month, to prevent an over production of energy. If they do not change on schedule, it can lead to a very gruesome end.
-Age only 1 year for every 50 years alive
-Shifters come into being through birth or can be made by blood exchange on a massive scale.
-Killed by being beheaded or staked in the heart with silver.
-High traffic areas like churches are avoided by shifters, because of high energy levels which overload their bodies and make them feel sick or can on rare occasions force a transformation.
-Heightened Senses make them weak to loud noises, bright lights and strong smells.
-High energy levels make them a little more susceptible to spells like Quen and Yrden.
-Shifters are weak against Holly, a wreath of Aconite or Holly Oil will prevent a shifter from being able to morph into their other form.