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Name:
	Wolf  (Animal)

Stats:
	No. Appearing  : 2-12
	Climate/Terrain: Non-tropical
	Frequency      : Uncommon
	Organization   : Pack
	Activity Cycle : Any
	Diet           : Carnivore

Description:
	The wolf is a very active, cunning carnivore, capable of surviving in
	nearly every climate. Shrouded in mystery and suspicion, they are view-
	ed as vicious killers that slaughter men and animals alike for the lack
	of better things to do. The truth us that never in recorded history has
	a non-rabid or non-charmed wolf attacked any creature having an equal
	or higher intellect than itself.

	Northern wolves exhibit colors from pure white, to grey, to black. Sou-
	thern wolves are reddish and brown in color. Although fur coloration
	vary with climate, all wolves have various features in common. They are
	characterized by powerful jaws; wide strong teeth; bushy tails; tall
	strong ears; and round pupils. Their eyes, a gold or amber color, seem
	to have an almost empathic ability.

Combat:
	Wolves hunt in packs during winter and late fall when only large herbi-
	vores are available. Wolves prefer small prey over the larger variety,
	because of the amount of energy required to run them down. Even then,
	they catch only the weak and sicky animals. Wolves usually hunt only
	one large quarry per week, per pack, going without food for days at a
	time. During summer months, a single wold can consume over 30 mice in
	a single day.

	If a wolf or a wolf pack is attacked by humans, they run away, looking
	back momentarily to make sure thay are not being followed. If backed
	into an inescapable location, they will attack by tearing at clothing
	or legs and arms until they have an opening to escape.

Habitat/Society:
	Wolves, like humans and demi-humans are social animals. They live, hunt
	and play in families. There is a very strict social structure in these
	family groups that is continually followed. Each pack is led by an al-
	pha male; his mate is the alpha female. Only the alpha male and the al-
	pha female breed, but the second ranking female often helps in whelping
	and nursing duties.

	Wolves prefer areas not inhabited by other large predators. Their do-
	main has many terrain features in which they can play. Large rocks,
	fallen trees, and brooks play an important part in their recreational
	activities. Wolves will leave and area once humans move in.

Ecology:
	Wolves are valuable hunters in the wild. Fear of the wolf has resulted
	in their extincion in many areas. This genocide results in a marked in-
	crease in rodents and deer population that has nearly demolished the
	surrounding ecosystems.