A '''Wolfwere''' is the opposite of a [[werewolf]]. The natural form of this being is rather a wolf than a man. Stereotypically on new moon a wolfwere turns into a human for one day.

==In popular culture==
In the [[:w:Dungeons & Dragons|Dungeons & Dragons]] universe, a "Wolfwere" is completely different compared to the normal lycanthropic werewolf. It is a wolf who polymorphs into a quadrupedal human shape and a humanoid-wolf hybrid, often retaining the bipedal stance. It was also featured in the video game ''Baldur's Gate: Tales of the Sword Coast'' and the ''Ravenloft'' setting.

In [[Werewolf: The Apocalypse]], practically there exist a species of wolfweres (though they are never actually called such) much like the ones in Dungeons & Dragons mentioned above. They are known as the "Lupus" breed of Garou and are born from the union of a werewolf and a wolf. They are born as ordinary wolves, and will eventually go through a change in which they gain human intelligence and the ability to shapeshift from wolf to human and various states in between.

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Gijinka

2007-06-21T16:21:21Z

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'''Gijinka''' (擬人化) is a [[Wikipedia:Japanese language|Japanese]] word meaning "humanoid", "personification", or "[[anthropomorphism|anthropomorphic]]", although the use of the word outside of [[Wikipedia:Japan|Japan]] has come to be slightly different from the use of the word "[[anthropomorphic]]" in the [[anime]]/[[manga]]/[[furry]]/etc communities. Rather than referring to just any animal with human characteristics, a gijinka is most often a [[Wikipedia:fan (aficionado)|fan]] re-design of an animal-like character in a human or humanoid form, (ex: a [[Digimon]] or [[Pokémon]]).

Often the newly created characters seem to wear a [[Wikipedia:cosplay|cosplay]] of the base character rather than having real animal features. Often the species is just indicated by the color of clothing and some markings on the skin. There is no real guideline where Gijinka ends and Anthro begins, but Gijinka may be a bridge between [[Kemonomimi]] and [[Anthro]] characters or an Anthro style acceptable in both the Furry and the Anime community.

The most common Gijinka-styled characters are Renamon and Gatomon from Digimon and Pikachu from Pokémon.

==See Also==
*[[Kemonomimi]]

==External Links==
* [http://pokedex.deviantart.com/ Pokèmon Gijinka Project on DeviantArt]

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2007-05-14T08:09:43Z

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[[Image:Rimpalasig.jpg|right|frame|Rimpala's avatar]]

'''Rimpala''' is a [[furry artist]] and [[lifestyler]], he is a regular user of [[deviantART]] and well-known member of [[Furtopia]]. Rimpala is relatively new to the [[furry fandom|fandom]], but it's quickly becoming an inseparable part of his life, mainly because he's always had a strong connection to animals and [[anthro art]], but also because he's had a mostly warm reception from the furries he's met. His art is focussed upon use of color, humor, and an emphasis on expression.

== Mythology (fursona) ==

[[Image:Svahaarimpala.jpg|thumb|right|Rimpala as depicted by ''Savaaha'']]

'''Rimpala''' (also known as '''Rimp, Rimmy, Rimmi, Rim, and Rimpala Kheperu''') is a little known [[Wikipedia:demigod|demigod]] from [[Wikipedia:Ancient Egypt|Ancient Egypt]], worshiped mainly in the Lower Kingdom, and in his native [[Wikipedia:Nubia|Nubia]]. He is half-man, half-[[Wikipedia:impala|impala]], or sometimes depicted as being fully impala. Unlike other Egyptian gods, Rimpala can be seen wearing clothing from other cultures as well as Egyptian wear, probably due to being a foreign god to begin with. As he is associated with nature, he can sometimes even be depicted naked.

According to the myth, Rimpala left the Egyptian pantheon of gods to live on earth, and has lived there since ancient times, having seen many events and cultures through the ages and uses this knowledge in his art. Evidence of his existance in modern times has made him increasingly popular among [[Wikipedia:Neopaganism|neo-pagans]] and [[furry spirituality|furry spiritualists]], as he seems to reinforce their beliefs.

Despite being a demigod, Rimpala has been known for saying "I'm ''not'' a megalomaniac! He is actually very humble and friendly with everybody.

== Artwork ==
Because of his connection to [[deer]] and [[Wikipedia:Antelope|antelopes]], Rimpala has drawn and painted a number of [[ungulate]] furries and makes sure they get the attention they deserve. Every month, he even releases an Ungulate Furry Calendar. Each time a male and female version, subjects usually dress to celebrate a holiday within the month and are in sexy pin-up poses. The Calendar itself is a parody of adult entertainment and soft porn. The Calendar also involves Rimpala's love for costumes, another common feature of his artwork.
Rimpala also draws [[yiff]] but [[Fur Affinity]] is the only place you'll see his erotic art showcased. Of particular note of his mature art is his
[[Wikipedia:golden showers|golden shower]] subjects. These drawings are becoming well-received by furry [[Wikipedia:Urolagnia|urophiliacs]] becuase he often includes humor - which allows the drawings to be enjoyed by everyone - and always tries to treat the fetish with pride and dignity. Other yiff may include romantic pictures of him and his boyfriend Mike. Again, he treats homosexuality with a sort of openness and confidence he can enjoy under the accepting furry fandom.

Another bulk of his artwork includes Kemetic subjects. Rimpala is a devout [[Wikipedia:Kemetic Wicca|Kemetic Wiccan]] and often worships his Egyptian gods through his artwork. This line of artwork earned him many friends amoung the pagan furs and even from Christian furs. Whatever the religion may be, Rimpala encourages everyone to be faithful to it. Rimpala is very Socratic and knows no one person knows the universe, especially himself.

== Richard Thomas ==
[[Image:Richard.jpg|left|frame|The real Rimpala]]
Rimpala is played by '''Richard Thomas'''. He lives in [[Wikipedia:Orlando, Florida|Orlando, Florida]] and is currently going to college and working at [[Wikipedia:Islands of Adventure|Islands of Adventure]]. He is rather emotional at times and covers the artistic-weird image very well, but is generally very friendly, lovable, open-minded, and charming, or so he's told.

== External links ==

* [http://rimpala.deviantart.com/ Rimpala's account] at [[deviantART]]
* [http://furaffinity.net/user/rimpala Rimpala's account] at [[Fur Affinity]]
* [http://rimpala.livejournal.com/ Rimpala] at [[LiveJournal]]

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2007-03-15T11:05:43Z

StalkerAT: german translation

'''The Wolves of Time''' is a series written by [[wikipedia:en:William Horwood (novelist)|William Horwood]]. The first book, ''Journeys to the Heartland'', was published in 1995, and the second, ''Seekers at the WulfRock'', in 1997. The story was originally intended to be three books. The second book (which was to be titled ''Wanderers of the Wolfways'') was scrapped subsequent to a publishing dispute involving the first book, and the series as published is a duology.

A german translation for both books was published in 1998 and 1999.

== Plot and characters ==

Set in the near future, the series details the rise and return of the (physically non-morphic) [[wolf]] after 1000 years of decline as '''Mennen''' (humans) utterly destroy themselves in a cataclysmic world war. The series delves into the fall of the wolf god, '''Wulf''', 1000 years prior, his fate and a far-flung smattering of wolves destined to bring about his return -- the Wolves of Time.

There are two chief groups of villains in the story: the '''Magyars''', an evil and twisted wolf pack and Mennen. Mennen and Magyars intermingle to their twisted means.

The main characters in the story are '''Klimt''', who suffers terrible loss at the hands of Mennen and, in revenge, breaks the wolves' most sacred rule forbidding attacks upon Mennen; '''Elhana''', a powerful ledrene who admires Klimt's leadership but desires Aragon; '''Aragon''', a very strong and capable leader by his own right who generally serves as beta, but lacks Klimt's experience and brings chaos to the pack due to his desires for the Elhana; '''Jicin''', a low-ranking female and outcast daughter of the evil Magyars' ledrene who loses ledreneship of the Wolves of Time pack to Elhana but maintains mutual feelings for Klimt; '''Kobrin''', a large, powerful and accomplished Russian wolf warrior who gives the Wolves of Time their sharpest and most loyal teeth; and '''Tervicz''', who becomes the first to meet Klimt and becomes his loyal, trusted advisor. The chief villains are '''Dendrine''', the vile, cruel and brutal ledrene of the Magyars; her mate, '''Hassler'''; and the vile, cruel and brutal Mann, '''Huntermann''', who brings about a cataclysmic war among the Mennen that becomes their downfall (and enabling the wolves to rise again).

The story does contain some very harsh scenes and is '''not''' for children.

==External links==
*[http://www.geocities.com/Area51/Cavern/3919/TWOT/ An excellent Wolves of Time resource, part of the site Links Related to William Horwood's Books]

[[Category:Story series|Wolves of Time, The]]
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The Wolves of Time

2007-03-15T11:00:15Z

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'''The Wolves of Time''' is a series written by [[wikipedia:en:William Horwood (novelist)|William Horwood]]. The first book, ''Journeys to the Heartland'', was published in 1995, and the second, ''Seekers at the WulfRock'', in 1997. The story was originally intended to be three books. The second book (which was to be titled ''Wanderers of the Wolfways'') was scrapped subsequent to a publishing dispute involving the first book, and the series as published is a duology.

== Plot and characters ==

Set in the near future, the series details the rise and return of the (physically non-morphic) [[wolf]] after 1000 years of decline as '''Mennen''' (humans) utterly destroy themselves in a cataclysmic world war. The series delves into the fall of the wolf god, '''Wulf''', 1000 years prior, his fate and a far-flung smattering of wolves destined to bring about his return -- the Wolves of Time.

There are two chief groups of villains in the story: the '''Magyars''', an evil and twisted wolf pack and Mennen. Mennen and Magyars intermingle to their twisted means.

The main characters in the story are '''Klimt''', who suffers terrible loss at the hands of Mennen and, in revenge, breaks the wolves' most sacred rule forbidding attacks upon Mennen; '''Elhana''', a powerful ledrene who admires Klimt's leadership but desires Aragon; '''Aragon''', a very strong and capable leader by his own right who generally serves as beta, but lacks Klimt's experience and brings chaos to the pack due to his desires for the Elhana; '''Jicin''', a low-ranking female and outcast daughter of the evil Magyars' ledrene who loses ledreneship of the Wolves of Time pack to Elhana but maintains mutual feelings for Klimt; '''Kobrin''', a large, powerful and accomplished Russian wolf warrior who gives the Wolves of Time their sharpest and most loyal teeth; and '''Tervicz''', who becomes the first to meet Klimt and becomes his loyal, trusted advisor. The chief villains are '''Dendrine''', the vile, cruel and brutal ledrene of the Magyars; her mate, '''Hassler'''; and the vile, cruel and brutal Mann, '''Huntermann''', who brings about a cataclysmic war among the Mennen that becomes their downfall (and enabling the wolves to rise again).

The story does contain some very harsh scenes and is '''not''' for children.

==External links==
*[http://www.geocities.com/Area51/Cavern/3919/TWOT/ An excellent Wolves of Time resource, part of the site Links Related to William Horwood's Books]

[[Category:Story series|Wolves of Time, The]]
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