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  1. Werewolf - Wikipedia

    • A werewolf is a shape-shifter who can turn into a wolf, often under a curse or a full moon. Learn about the origins, variations and cultural impact of werewolf myths and legends in Europe and beyond.… See more

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    The Modern English werewolf descends from the Old English wer(e)wulf, which is a cognate of Middle Dutch weerwolf, Middle Low German warwulf, werwulf, Middle High German we… See more

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    The European motif of the devilish werewolf devouring human flesh harks back to a common development during the Middle Agesin the … See more

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  2. Werewolf Legends - HISTORY

    Aug 23, 2017 · Learn about the origins and stories of werewolves, mythical creatures that transform into wolves. Find out how werewolves were associated with full moons, shape-shifting, and serial killings.

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  3. Werewolf (Lycanthrope) - Mythology.net

    Jul 7, 2018 · Learn about the folklore and history of werewolves, the man-wolves that hunt at night and crave human flesh. Discover how they were cursed, transformed, and identified, and how they differ from lycanthropes.

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  5. Werewolves: Lore, Legend & Lycanthropy | Live Science

    Oct 30, 2012 · Learn about the history, folklore, and medical conditions of werewolves, shape-shifting creatures that can transform into wolves. Find out how werewolves were created, cured, and killed in...

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  6. Are Werewolves Real? Werewolf History and Facts

    Aug 31, 2023 · Werewolves are mythical creatures that shape-shift into wolves under the moonlight, but their origin and traits vary across cultures and time periods. Learn about the werewolf trials, the...

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  7. How Werewolves Work | HowStuffWorks

    Sep 12, 2023 · Learn about the origins, myths and metaphors of werewolves, the legendary shape-shifters who turn into wolves. Find out how silver bullets, the full moon and wolfsbane are linked to werewolves in folklore and movies.

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  8. The ancient origins of werewolves - The Conversation

    Oct 28, 2018 · Learn how the werewolf myth evolved from ancient Greek and Roman texts, and how it reflects the link between biology and immoral behaviour. Discover the story of Lycaon, the first werewolf, and...

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  9. Werewolf - Mythical Encyclopedia

    Werewolves are mythical creatures that can shift between human and wolf forms. Learn about their origins, legends, powers, and symbolism in folklore and popular culture.

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