Wirborn

The Wirborn
Wirborn is the word used by the Bleiddyn to distinquish actual werewolves from human relatives in the tribe. Wirborn typically have their first transformation or shift between the ages of 12-18. On Heron island, young Wirborn are called cubs and they are kept at the Lodge within Ivy's Forest for a month following their first shift. Then they are initiated into the tribe during a High Moon ritual whereupon they have a spirit vision of Ar Duinna.

Most Wirborn can transform at will during both the day and night. They are incredibly passionate and sensual creaturess with violent primal urges that are particularly strong during High Moon. During those three days and nights, the Bleiddyn of Heron Island sequester themselves to Ivy's Forest and each other's company. When the festivals orsabbats of the Wheel fall outside of High Moon, they usually celebrate first with the wolf-bloods and then after dark, retreat together into the forest for more private ceremonies.

Wirborn are born human and can shift into a canid wolf form and a monsterous beserker form. As a berserker, a wirborn has only limited control and self-awareness. They're particularly dangerous in urban areas were the sounds and chaos of human activity can create an instant rampage. Wirborn can be killed by decapitation or other systemic violence such as an explosion or plane crash. They're likewise sensitive to silver, toxic chemicals like acid, and stronger forms of magical damage.

Most Wirborn have a limited affinity for ephemera. Nature and elemental spirits tend to be receptive towards the Wirborn. The fae of the Spring Court value them as soldiers, bodyguards, messengers, and personal companions. Wirborn have a historical antagonism towards vampires, zombies, infernalists, and the Shadow Court.