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A '''werewolf''' is a mythical monster having both human and lupine (wolf-like) characteristics.  Werewolf mythology originated in the folklore of Europe, but has been popularised around the world in various [[fantasy]] and [[horror]] fiction and films.

A '''werewolf''' is a mythical [[lycanthropy|lycanthropic]] monster, having both human and lupine (wolf-like) characteristics.  Werewolf mythology originated in the folklore of Europe, but has been popularised around the world in various [[fantasy]] and [[horror]] fiction and films.

Werewolves assume human form for much of the time, but transform into [[wolves]], traditionally when the [[full moon]] rises.  In some werewolf fiction, a werewolf's bite can cause a person to develop into a werewolf.  This aspect of the myth probably derives from similar myths about [[vampires]].

Werewolves assume human form for much of the time, but transform into [[wolves]], traditionally when the [[full moon]] rises.  In some werewolf fiction, a werewolf's bite can cause a person to develop into a werewolf.  This aspect of the myth probably derives from similar myths about [[vampires]].

[[Category:Mythology]]

[[Category:Mythical Beasts]]