Skinwalkers, also referred to as Shapeshifters, are a breed of supernatural beings that possess the ability to shapeshift into animals and other beings
Orgin[]
Skinwalkers are present in the red indian beliefs, where they are typically referred to as a type of witch and are believed to be evil. They are described as being able to take any animal shape depending on the abilities they need. Additionally, some legends tell that skinswalkers can even steal the faces of other humans.
Society[]
Preferred Form[]
Skinwalkers can shapeshift into any animal. They can also shift into humans (provided that they know what the human in question looks like.) However, most Skinwalkers will eventually choose a preferred form, also called their go-to form, which they feel a certain connection to. When Skinwalkers often shapeshift into this preferred animal/human, it will become easier and quicker to become that animal/human. Additionally, Skinwalkers with a preferred form may develop certain traits of that animal/human even in original form.
Physical Traits[]
Aside from their shapeshifting abilities, Skinwalkers are indistinguishable from ordinary humans. However, they may develop heightened senses based on their preferred animal form. For example, a Skinwalker whose preferred form is that of a dog, can develop a canine-like sense of smell even in human form.
Powers and Abilities[]
- Physical Abilities
- Shapeshifting: The ability to alter one's physical form. Skinwalkers possess the ability to shift into any animal they desire. In animal form, skinwalkers possess all the abilities possessed by the animal species.
- Heightened Senses: The ability to possess one or more of the five senses to a degree beyond regular human capabilities. Even in human form, skinwalkers may possess animal-like senses. They are able to transform themselves into family members that have died so you think they are still alive. They can mimic voices of loved ones which can be terrifying. I believe the things that are said here make me to believe there are definitely mythical creatures that haven't been discovered yet. There could be mythical things learching in places that are unknown to man. Maybe it's just me but I know there is, let your imagination go wild and think of possibilities. Maybe your thoughts are better than mine.
- Mental Abilities
- Animal Empathy: The ability to understand and communicate with animals on an emotional level to a certain extent.
Weaknesses[]
- Physical Weaknesses
- Mortality: Aside from their shapeshifting abilities, Skinwalkers are mortal like any other human and can be killed in the same manner.
- Decapitation: Skinwalkers can be killed through decapitation.
- Heart Extraction: Skinwalkers can be killed by ripping their hearts from their chests.
- Silver: Skinwalkers possess a weakness to silver, which will burn their skin similar to a severe allergic reaction. Although this will not kill them, it can be used to identify them.