Werewolf

Werewolves are a supernatural species of half-wolves within the world of Teen Wolf.

Psychological Characteristics
Observed psychological characteristics of the werewolves of Teen Wolf include:


 * Increased risk taking


 * Aberrant social behavior


 * Homicidal tendencies


 * Increased sexual desire


 * Rebelliousness and distrust of authority


 * Animal-like mannerisms such as growling

Note: Most of the psychological symptoms listed come from observations of Beta type subjects. The Alpha type is more elusive and apparently the more violent of the two.

Species
There are two known types of werewolves in the Teen Wolf mythology:

Alpha – An Alpha is the strongest, most powerful thumb|left|311pxand so far the most lethal variety seen on the show.

An Alpha is the type of werewolf that bit Scott.

Laura Hale was an Alpha and appeared to be completely wolf-like when transformed. The only other Alpha seen so far has also been beast-like when transformed. Like a wolf, it runs on all fours but unlike the animal it has glowing red eyes, a short snout and larger teeth. It is suspected that alphas need a pack to become stronger.

Beta – Scott and Derek are Betas. Betas can be born like Derek or made with a bite from an Alpha as was the case with Scott.

Beta transformations are less complete than the Alphas in that they retain a mostly human appearance but grow fangs and claws. We have seen involuntary Beta transformations triggered by strong emotions. Pain can reverse the transformation. It is implied that when a beta kills an alpha they become an alpha themselvs

Alpha-created Betas have a mental link with their creators and can be “called” against their will and sometimes without their knowledge.

Powers & Abilities
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■ Super Strength

■ Super Speed

■ Super-Agility

■ Accelerated Healing

■ Heightened Senses of smell, sight and hearing.

■ Limited emotional control over dogs

Known Werewolves
Scott McCall - Bitten by Alpha

Derek Hale - Born werewolf

Lauren Hale - Born werewolf (Deceased)

Alpha - (Unknown)

Peter Hale - Born werewolf (Comatose)

Speculated Werewolves
Scott's boss

Weakness
Wolfsbane  - So far the Observed Effects of Wolfsbane include the power to hold an Alpha, Laura Hale, in full wolf form after death. It made Scott short of breath and seemingly caused a partial transformation.A wolfsbane tipped bullet poisioned and almost killed Derek.