[center][h1]William Grant[/h1][/center] Age: 124 Appeared Age: Late twenties, approximately 28 Race: Werewolf Occupation: Pack strategist and liaison to human authorities Appearance: William stands just over six feet tall with a lean but powerful build shaped by decades of survival and combat. His shoulders are broad without being bulky, and there is a quiet steadiness to the way he carries himself that makes him seem larger than he actually is. His features are mild and balanced rather than sharply striking, though there is an understated attractiveness to him that tends to linger in people’s minds afterward. His hair is a light chestnut brown threaded with naturally lighter streaks, worn short enough to remain neat while still showing its pronounced waves. His eyes are typically a pale blue flecked with gold, though when the wolf presses close to the surface those gold flecks become brighter and more noticeable, advancing to take over his entire iris at times. His skin is lightly tanned despite northern winters, and faint freckles dust the bridge of his nose and upper cheeks. William dresses practically and conservatively. Dark wool coats, fitted sweaters, plain knit pullovers, and other work-appropriate shirts that can be removed quickly dominate his wardrobe, paired with pressed slacks and durable shoes. He avoids restrictive or overly formal clothing whenever possible due to the realities of transformation, preferring outfits that allow freedom of movement while still appearing professional and blending naturally into a crowd. Wolf's Appearance: William’s wolf form is unusually large even among werewolves, built more like a northern timber wolf than anything natural. His fur is primarily dark ash-gray mixed heavily with black, while his face, forelegs, and tail lighten into pale gray. His eyes are a vivid golden yellow in this form. His movements as a wolf are unnervingly quiet for his size. Rather than relying on speed alone, he hunts and fights with patience, tactical positioning, and overwhelming force when necessary. Personality: William is reserved by nature, shaped heavily by grief and age. He keeps most people at arm’s length and rarely volunteers personal information unless trust has already been established. Even after decades among his pack, there are aspects of himself he simply does not discuss. Despite this distance, he is deeply loyal to those he considers his own. Protection comes instinctively to him, often placing himself in danger before allowing harm to reach someone under his care. Betrayal, however, is something he struggles to forgive. Once trust is broken, rebuilding it can take years. Around people he genuinely trusts, William becomes calmer and more open. A dry, understated sense of humor occasionally surfaces, along with a tendency to tell old stories without immediately realizing how strange they sound to modern listeners. He has a highly tactical mind and excels at strategy, investigation, and reading the motivations of others. He prefers planning to improvisation, though he adapts quickly when necessary. Background: William was once entirely human. Over a century ago, he lived an ordinary life with his wife and three children before a werewolf attack destroyed it all. During a family hiking trip, a rogue werewolf attacked them in the wilderness. William fought back desperately with whatever he could find — a walking stick, stones, and eventually a silver-coated knife from his hiking supplies. Though he managed to drive the creature away, his family was killed and William himself was mortally wounded. Instead of dying, however, he awoke imprisoned within the basement of a werewolf pack leader’s home. Members of the local pack had been tracking the rogue responsible and had found him alive during the aftermath. The pack’s Alpha, Cecil Kane, offered him a place among them. William initially resisted fiercely, horrified by what he had become and consumed by grief for his family. Over time, however, the acceptance and companionship of the pack slowly drew him back from isolation. He eventually learned to coexist with the wolf rather than view it solely as a curse. For decades, William helped maintain secrecy around supernatural existence while serving quietly from the background. That secrecy has recently begun to unravel. With human technology advancing rapidly, supernatural leadership determined that remaining entirely hidden would soon become impossible. In an attempt to control the narrative and avoid open conflict, certain supernatural groups agreed to begin carefully revealing themselves to humanity. The werewolves chose to step forward first. William was unexpectedly selected as one of the representatives tasked with working alongside human authorities to establish trust and cooperation. Though uncomfortable with public exposure and political maneuvering, he accepted the order and now finds himself operating directly beside federal agents and investigators in a rapidly changing world. Abilities * Enhanced strength, speed, stamina, and senses * Accelerated healing * Transformation between human and wolf forms * Heightened ability to track scents and emotional states * Skilled hand-to-hand combatant * Experienced investigator and strategist * Exceptional resistance to cold weather and harsh environments Weaknesses * Silver significantly weakens and injures him * Emotional trauma surrounding his lost family remains unresolved * Distrustful nature can hinder relationships and teamwork * Strong protective instincts may lead to reckless decisions * Struggles with public attention and political roles Habits & Mannerisms * Often scans rooms and crowds continuously without realizing it * Drinks hot beverages, mainly hot chocolate and apple cider, constantly during winter months * Holds prolonged eye contact when suspicious or assessing threats * Rarely raises his voice; anger usually makes him quieter instead * Tends to stand with his back near walls or exits * Uses subtle humor delivered with an entirely serious expression Notable Details * His eyes become noticeably more gold when agitated or emotional * Keeps very few personal belongings despite his age * Has adapted surprisingly well to modern investigative technology * Strongly dislikes discussing his human family * Often underestimated due to his calm demeanor * Possesses a near-perfect memory for faces, scents, and conversations