Legends
about the origin of werewolves abound. It is said that they were part of human
culture, from the most primitive epochs to the Egyptian kingdoms. Greek and
Roman writers make reference to the beast, but the earliest historical evidence
dates back to the time when they ran or rode alongside the hordes of Genghis
Kahn. They helped a little with the killing and pillaging when he overrode
Asia. Yet none of the legends explain how the first wolf-human transformation
happened. History just says it happens.
For
centuries being a werewolf was thought to be a curse. Some humans, like the
Kahn, enjoined them for not always righteous reasons. It took centuries before
the shape shifters themselves came to realize it was a blessing. Perhaps the
arrival to Rome of Christianity helped, but that’s when the Keepers could date
their origin.
They realized
then, that they were the only mortals that could live in both the natural and
unnatural worlds.
(To Be Continued.)
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