Bandersnatchii (Pesevastus pilosis monerus) These are sasquatch infected with a species of HMHVV II; individuals develop teeth suitable for rending and tearing prey, tatty-looking pelts, longer limbs, and a form of adaptive coloration. They are much more aggressive than sasquatch, but prefer to attack from stealth. Bandersnatchii are carnivorous and cannibalistic.
Banshees (Homo sapiens nobilis vrykolakas) Elves infected with a species of HMHVV I become banshees. Aside from an exaggerated gauntness and more prominent incisors, they are virtually identical to other elves. They gain a number of paranormal powers. Some noble elven families in the British Isles consider Infected relatives as cursed for some karmic debt, an area of ongoing anthropological research. Banshees are hemovores and, like vampires, cannot hold down normal food.
Dzoo-Noo-Qua (Homo sapiens ingentis vrykolakas) Dzoo-Noo-Qua are trolls infected with a species of HMHVV I. Their transformation increases their dense dermal bone depos-its (in the form of plates, nodules, horns, and spines), commonly giving dzoo-noo-qua a deformed and asymmetrical appearance, and increases the vascular system in their eyes, giving them a constant bloodshot look. The powerful paranatural abilities they develop make them some of the most physically intimidating of the Infected. Dzoo-noo-qua are omnivorous, but prefer raw meat, and are cannibalistic.
Fomóraig (Homo sapiens ingentis monerus) Trolls infected with a species of HMHVV II become Fomóraig. Like their cousins the dzoo-noo-qua, they develop heavy calcifications and dermal deposits in their skin, particularly subcutaneous “chestnuts” of bone, around which form sebaceous gland complexes that constantly secrete a corrosive, acidic fluid. Other changes include rudimentary gills along the neck and six prominent incisors. A shagg y and irregular mane of dark brown or black hair is common. Fomóraig are considered native to Tír na nÓg, and are omnivorous, but prefer raw meat; like ghouls, cooked meat makes them sick.
Ghouls (Homo sapiens wichtus) Metahumans afflicted by a species of HMHVV III become ghouls. The most common traits to all those afflicted with this virus are a loss of all body hair, the development of a scabrous hide, the development of filmy cataracts and lesions in the eyes, a pallid complexion (dead-white to ashen grey, depending on the ghoul’s original ethnic group), and slightly enlarged jaws and hands, with the nails typically hardened into claws. Ghouls are exclusively carnivorous and cannibalistic.
Goblins (Homo sapiens pumilionis vrykolakas) Dwarfs infected with a species of HMHVV I. Transformation consumes all body fat and causes the loss of all body hair, leaving an extremely emaciated appearance, with the skeleton clearly vis-ible and the skin often taking on a sickly, almost glossy sheen. Their ears become longer, larger, and slightly pointed, while the salivary glands increase output, typically causing goblins to drool uncon-trollably. Goblins are omnivorous with cannibalistic tendencies.
Loup Garou (Homo sapiens sapiens monerus) Humans infected with a species of HMHVV II transform into loup-garou. The loup-garou’s most common characteristics are a covering of short grey-black hair; lips drawn back from their teeth and receding gums, giving the illusion of elongated fangs; and bloodshot eyes. They often appear to be in considerable pain. Loup-garou are keyed to an internal 28-day cycle (not, as popularly stated, tied to the moon), during the four-to-six-day peak of which they become extremely aggressive. The cycles of individual loup-garou who meet are rarely aligned, but prolonged cohabitation between mates or in a pack will cause their cycles to synchronize. Loup-garou are carnivorous and cannibalistic.
Nosferatu (Homo sapiens sapiens sanguisuga) Nosferatu are humans infected with a very rare species of HMHVV I; they represent the least populous of the Infected. Aside from the loss of all or most hair on the head and body, pale complexion, and slightly prominent canines, they are nearly iden-tical to regular humans. Nosferatu are much more likely than other Infected to develop schizoid, paranoid personalities after trans-formation (if they did not already possess them), and have been the instigators of the worst vampiric cabals uncovered to date. To a one, they all seem to be fanatically convinced of their superiority. Nosferatu are omnivores, and can eat or drink whatever they please without ill effect, but must consume a certain amount of metahuman blood.
Vampires (Homo sapiens sapiens vrykolakas) Humans infected with a species of HMHVV I are one of the most common forms of vampiric Infected. Aside from a pale complexion and slightly prominent canines, they are nearly identical to regular humans. The large body of myth and popular culture surrounding vampires, combined with their impressive paranormal powers, make them relatively popular—to would-be Infected and hunters alike. Vampires are hemovores and cannot hold down other food.
Wendigo (Homo sapiens robustus vrykolakas) Wendigo are orks infected with a species of HMHVV I. At first glance, a wendigo resembles a slightly shorter, squatter sasquatch with white fur. Wendigo engage in the most extensive ritual cannibalism of all the Infected documented to date, and their transformation very often results in the triggering of latent magical talents. Wendigo are omnivorous, but cannibalistic and prefer raw meat.