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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Hello! It's been awhile since he's done one of these, but in the spirit of a new year, and the love of everything he's had to drink, Cailan thinks this is a great time to show everyone something he's been working on for awhile. Hence why he has the biggest, brightest smile on his face.]

Back in Ferelden, there are some celebrations to bring in the new year. But not as many as you would think! None to the extent of the celebrations here, in this place. I found, while being dragged on an excursion to many different bars, that there are many who do not watch out for the perils of such a place. [And he really does not want anyone to get hurt, here.]

And truly, there are some terrible things in this world that, if you are not vigilante, will harm you, or your loved ones, in many ways. As we all know, most of the people here are not from the same world. And even if they are, they could be of a different race entirely. As king of my homeland, I feel it is my duty to ensure, not just the safety of my subjects, but those who may not be able to protect themselves. The best way to do this is to impart knowledge. Knowledge, my friends, is the first step in protecting yourself! And so, to start off the new year, I will be sharing what I know to everyone about...

Werewolves. [He is deadly serious.]



There is some basic information that everyone should know about werewolves:

~ Werewolves, also known as lycanthropes, are not a myth. They are real, as real as you and me.
~ They only change under a full moon, so you are safe except on a full moon!
~ Once they are a wolf, they are uncontrollable. They cannot be reasoned with, argued with; they will behave like a wolf.
~ To become a werewolf, you need to be bitten by one. Or be possessed by a demon. Maybe both at the same time.
~ Some werewolves say they can change at will. I don't believe this, but many do!
~ Werewolves don't have tails. I've never seen a werewolf up close, but this I have learned from others.
~ They do not have opposable thumbs! This means they cannot wield weapons, and they do not wear armor.
~ Werewolves travel in packs. It's best if you stay clear of the leader.



But, Cailan Theirin, king of Ferelden, how can you tell if someone is a werewolf or not? Your first conversation with a werewolf should be as thus:

"Hello, I am Cailan Theirin, king of Ferelden, and we will be living together in this set of small rooms."

"Hello, I am your roommate and I have a terrible secret!"

"Yes, what is this secret? Perhaps you are a werewolf?"

However, if you choose for that to not be your first conversation, here are some simple ways to tell if you are in close contact with a werewolf in human form:

~ Check under their tongue for bristles! If they will not show their tongue willingly, you should attempt to check while they are asleep.
~ If you cut a human that is also a werewolf, there will be fur under the cut. Make sure it is not from their shirt.
~ Do you often hear howling from your neighbor's home during a full moon? This could be a sign of lycanthropy.
~ Is the person abnormally hairy? If so, they may just need to keep their hair trimmed. Or they could be a werewolf.
*Does not include my good friend, who does not need to worry about this sort of thing.
~ Does this person own any large pets that occasionally disappear? Are they then replaced by other large pets? Werewolves enjoy eating large things, animals in particular.
~ Some believe that to tell if a person is a werewolf, they will need to check their urine. Purple means that there could be a possible problem.



Once you have identified that a person is a werewolf, it is now the time to take action! Guard yourself and your loved ones from the terrible hurt a werewolf can cause! There are many ways:

~ Werewolves are weak to silver. In this world, there are such things called "silver bullets", but in Ferelden, we make due with swords inlaid with silver.
~ Cutting off the head of a werewolf is the only way to kill it. It can then be stuffed and hung as a trophy in your castle!
~ There is a plant known as "Wolfsbane" that will keep a werewolf at bay. Many theories abound, but if you make small bouquets of it and hang them around your house, I'm sure that will work.
~ There is no way to save someone who has been bitten. All you can do is hope for the best.
*I have now been informed that you could try to kill the wolf that bit you, but it seems to be what they call a "mixed bag" of results.

From what I have read, lycanthropy is a true issue, across many different worlds. I can only hope and pray to Andraste that this will help someone out there. I, King Cailan Theirin, will try to stay abreast on the other races of people in this world, so that I may give the gift of knowledge once again to the good people on this "network".

[You're welcome, everyone.]

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[caligulas_aquarium]

[There are a lot of things he could say about this...

But he really doesn't know where to start, so.]

Why purple.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[There is a lot of information here. A lot of helpful information.]

I'm not very sure! I was going through the library's books on werewolves, and it was mentioned, so I made sure to include it. I would not want anyone to find out that way and not be warned beforehand!

[whatsupcroc]

( Oh beeyatch no you did not. Collette looks fairly amused, keeping her tone light and conversational. )

That's one idea of werewolves, I guess. May I offer another one?

[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Oh yes he did! Wait, what did he do?]

Of course, my good lady! I am always eager to learn more, anything that I could possibly add to my lists would be greatly appreciated. <

[That's not sarcasm, by the way. That is mostly him, smiling, clearly excited about learning something that he's never heard before.]

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[celestial_wizard]

[ ... d... id he draw those... NO LUCY, pay attention! ]

Ah... [ She's just floored by the ... infodump, yes, we'll go with that. ]

I don't know that anyone would appreciate someone checking their tongue for... ... bristles? Werewolf or no. But why bristles?

Are there such creatures here?

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Ah, someone who is clearly wanting to know more about such a great subject! And now Cailan can show off his superior lycanthrope knowledge.]

If there was a chance that I could be turned into a werewolf, I would much rather have someone check for me, the find out too late! Bristles... I'm not entirely sure what bristles are, but they must be important to werewolves, for them to keep them under their tongue!

[A lot of nodding.] Yes, there are. But they are not bad people! Oh, no, they are merely afflicted with a terrible illness.

[not here]

[selfloyalty]

[she's just......

not going to dignify this with a response.]

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Don't you like his artwork, Anora? Don't you? Look, he took your name out of the conversation, so that no one would have to know you were attacked by a werewolf! This way, everyone will now know to make sure to ask their roommates if they are a werewolf, so it won't happen again! Anora, aren't you pleased with the fact that you have now helped hundreds, maybe thousands, of people with their potential werewolf problems? Isn't that great, Anora? You're helping out the people, just like a true Queen does! We're protecting the people together, isn't that great, Anora? This will help with all of those defense meetings, there could be a group that focuses solely on problems like werewolves, maybe witches, or ogres, ogres would be good to be warned about, right?

Oh, by the way, he's also coming over. He needs to ask her opinion on his in depth analysis of werewolves, and also check up on her. Also he has a question to ask. Several questions to ask.

And don't try to keep him out of your apartment, you know that won't go well. He might not break the door down, but he won't leave. And yes, that is a knock on your door!]

[nonedible]

[She's in awe of his artwork so she's silent for a few moments.

And then she clears her throat.]

I'm not familiar with werewolves back home but the norn have something similar. They carry the blessing of one of their four spirits of the wild and can taken on the shape of a wolf, raven, snow leopard, or bear.

[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Isn't it great!? He spent a lot of time working on it! He's never been an artist, but now he's thinking that maybe he should have been one.]

Really? [That is... is that similar?] But isn't that what witches do? They turn into different animals? Or can they only change on the full moon as well?

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[thelastking]

[ A slight chuckle could be heard from the other end of the video. One followed by some advice from a very scruffy-looking chap with bright eyes. ]

From what legends told about these beasts, I do remember they're supposed to have tails. Who was it that stated otherwise, Your Highness?

video; Yes good I needed this cr. I really, really, really needed it.

[ohmygodgreywardens]

[See, this is the kind of response he wanted! Wanting to trade information, someone who isn't actually ashamed of what they're seeing... sometimes, Cailan wishes he was never born into royalty.]

Do they? [A little bit of shock, but he was wondering.] I read it in a book in the library, here! I had assumed, at first, that they did have tails, but, I admit, I've never actually seen a werewolf in person.

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[ladyspitfire]

[Cailan.

Cailan, no.

Elissa just...starts laughing.]

I'm afraid, Your Majesty, that you might have some of your details mixed up. For the most part, werewolves are not our enemies. In fact, I know of no other group of them in Ferelden, as the only group I found was dealt with.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[He's not really offended by the laughter! Maybe a little embarrassed, but Elissa is not just a Grey Warden. She's a friend, or so he hopes. And she knows a lot more about things then he does.]

I don't consider them true enemies! They are something to be wary of, they truly are people, but with an unfortunate affliction. [Nodding, until he is surprised, but in a very pleasing way.]

You've met werewolves in your travels? [Oh. My. God.]

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[medusalith]

And you truly consider this to be a priority here?

[ Her tone is skeptical at best, bordering on scathing. One eyebrow is raised as well, furthering the look of 'are you serious'. Only regally, because that's how Medusa operates. ]

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

I think it should be considered! Perhaps not the ultimate priority, but it should be at least thought upon. Just to stay safe, of course!

[You can not deter his happy spirit!]

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...But you've never seen one up close, huh. Where'd you get all this stuff from?

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

Mostly books, some folklore and stories that I heard back in Ferelden. Some kind friends gave me what they have known on the subject, but I have read many interesting and different books at the library, here!

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[fitful]

[ all right, all right... satero thinks extremely hard on all that has been said and presented here, before he replies. he replays the video. he takes notes. numbers are involved. hell, he even goes for a deeply contemplative walk. he's taking this thing very seriously.

when he comes back to reply, he presents the one important thing that he's gotten out of all of this: ]

I WANT TO BE A WEREWOLF.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

You do? Why would you want to afflict such a terrible illness on yourself, my friend?

[urnotafraid]

[ He is just going to laugh. Because really. There are more vampires here than werewolves. ]

[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Oh, hello laughing person! Don't worry, my friend. Vampires are going to be the next installment in this series.]

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[commentboxtroll]

[ What is he looking at here? What is he even reading? ]

Funny. I didn't realize Lycanthropes were bears.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Something amazing.]

Bears? No, no, lycanthropes are werewolves! Not bears! [So confused.]

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[noble_nate]

[Well, the king's artistic style certainly is...interesting.]

Given the many other perils of this world, Your Majesty, I think werewolves are the least of our problems.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[It's really good, isn't it, Nate? :D ]

Oh, of course! There are too many perils, really, but I'm more interested in the different perils of the many different races. Or... not really perils, I just find them all so interesting! There are so many different ones, here.

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[needednomore]

Werewolves.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

Werewolves! Also known as lycanthropes.

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[futurarex]

[the drawings are crude, and some of the information is too ridiculous to be believed--so this is either the work of an idiot, or a joke. or possibly--and this is extremely possible--these things are all true. things that transform into things are not to be messed with.

so, wary, in case this is a joke in very bad taste--]

Why would there be fur beneath the cut?

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Most of them are true. Some are ones he's read and only half believes. But more of it is true then you may like.]

I'm not entirely sure! I've never met a werewolf, myself, but I know many who have. I did find that one fact in a book, though!

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[youvebeenserved]

You are Ferelden's king?

[nevermind the werewolves.]

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

Yes, I am! [Surprised, he must have missed a new arrival.] You are from Ferelden, my good sir?

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[always_shallbe]

[Flatly and without emotion:] Attempting to determine the species of an individual through assault is highly inadvisable and potentially dangerous.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

Which is why you should ask, first! It is easier to start a conversation with someone, then attack them suddenly. Not everything can be worked out with swords!

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[idealord]

[Those are some sweet pictures.

Wow this is actually really helpful. Though there's no werewolves in Unova maybe who knows what there could be here in the future? Besides, there was something about werewolves in other regions at some point of time, right? An outbreak of Full Moon Fever or-- maybe it was Nightmares at New Moon. Uh. Whatever. It's still interesting!]

This is a lot of information to take in, your highness. There's no such things back home, except in horror movies and stuff, but I can't possibly scratch off the idea there could be some here! What if we go back in time and meet some?

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Thank you, good sir! He worked very hard on them. Perhaps he should be a painter. But it is all interesting, and informative, and wait till you see his next installment.]

It is possible! Everything seems possible in this world. Even meeting a werewolf, or a vampire, or a witch, or an elf! This place has a wealth of information, ours for the taking.

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[realady]

[Uh.]

There's no such thing as werewolves. That's all movie magic and bad romance.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[A big laugh, though not at you! Just a laugh.]

That is not true, my lady! Werewolves are very, very real. We have them back home, and they have been here, and many others know of them, as well!

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[lovesgod]

You sound like quite the werewolf scholar.

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

I love werewolves! I've read all that I could, on them. And I have tried to keep up with the differences, here. [So sad now.] I've never met one, however. I'd like to, one day!

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[ofthegrey]

[He decides it best not to comment on the network. He has neglected visiting with Cailan in light of everything that has happened lately.

Later that evening he arrives at his door with a quiet knock.]

It's Duncan. Are you home?

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

[Duncan? Duncan! Hearing the knock, he got up from the couch, opening the door with a bright smile.]

My friend, what are you doing here? Please, come inside! [He holds the door open.]

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[healplz]

You've arranged quite the colorful and informative presentation. [ gosh just lookin so amused here ] Is this something you've had to deal with yourself, then?

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[ohmygodgreywardens]

I've never had to deal with werewolves before! I would enjoy a meeting with one. They are such fascinating people, and I know a few who have dealt with them before. I just love stories about them!