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Chapter 26

Of course there's a snowstorm, Sophia stared out her window at the swirling snow.

Sitting down at the foot of her bed, she turned to look over the supplies she had carefully set out on the bed. Picking up her new black snow pants, she looked it over before laying it next to a scarf with a red and white wolf pattern and a moisture wicking set of shirt and pants. Also on the bed were a thermos and several packs of jerky. It had been a struggle not to dig into the jerky after picking it up the night before. Over the last week, she had spent most of her free time either researching what to wear in cold weather or buying it.

Now, the howling wind outside seemed to mock her efforts. Feeling disheartened, Sophia picked up her sketch she had made over the weekend. The paper depicted her, or rather how she had come to picture Wolfgirl, leaning against Shadow. Spying a mistake on one of the wolf ears she had given herself, she worked the pencil out of the sketchbook's spiral binding and redrew the offending line.

I suppose I could just go out anyway, restlessly, she dropped the sketchbook on her bed. No, even Shadow will be under shelter in this weather. If only I could change whenever I wanted...

Although she had tried several times over the last week without success, she tried to will herself to transform. Looking in the mirror, she strained to see something, anything different. To her complete lack of surprise, nothing had happened.

What's the point of a superpower that can only be used one night a month? Feeling defeated, her eyes drifted to her backpack. I suppose I should do my homework if I'm going to be stuck here.

Retrieving her math book and notebook from her backpack, she started working on her assigned problems. At least she tried to. Every time she tried to focus on the first problem, her mind drifted to Shadow. She could almost feel how his tongue felt caressing her cheek, the softness of his fur, how gentle and caring towards her he was despite his strength...

"Ah! This isn't fair!" She exclaimed and threw down her pencil in frustration. "There has to be a way to change!"

Clambering off her bed, she pulled her chair away from her desk. Powering up her laptop, she gritted her teeth at the high pitched whine of the harddrive. Opening her browser, she looked through her folder of bookmarks she had collected over the last month and a half. There was one site in particular she had been curious about, but had felt silly about looking at.

Here goes... She clicked the link and waited.

A short time later, the page loaded and she found herself looking at dozens of art pieces of varying quality. Most of them featured anthropomorphic animals engaged in various activities, although there were a few pieces of writing and photos of people in giant animal costumes. However, what had drawn her a couple of weeks earlier was there was a subset that featured people in various stages of transformation into animals. As before, she couldn't help feeling more than a little self-conscious.

I'm alone, she glanced at the door to make sure it was closed. Who's going to know?

Looking at the top of the page, she spied a search bar and typed in 'werewolf'. Immediately, dozens of pictures and stories popped up, most showing people somewhere on the spectrum between human and lupine. There were even a few sequences thrown in and more than a few that were... suggestive. None of them looked similar to what she had experienced, but she found she enjoyed looking through the gallery anyway.

Clicking on one particularly well drawn comic of a female werewolf, she admired the artist's skill. The sequence itself depicted the woman's transformation as a curse, which Sophia found a bit discouraging. Still, she navigated to the folder containing the sequence to see the whole thing. It didn't take long to discover most of the sequence required an account.

Oh, the hidden pics probably contain nudity, Sophia blushed at that epiphany.

After looking at the pictures she could see, she went back to the search results. For a while, she found herself just examining the various styles and found she could quickly recognize art from an artist she had seen before. Most were poorly drawn, but some were extremely well done. Finally, she noticed there was a menu option for groups. Seeing there were several werewolf related groups, she selected the largest one.

Okay, now I'm getting somewhere, the group was named "The Werewolf Pack" and described itself as a community for both werewolves and werewolf lovers. Huh, they have a chat group. Ah, I need an account.

For a moment, she hesitated before shrugging. She hit "Create Account" and continued on.

Username, uh, she pondered for a moment. 'Wolfgirl'.

A message appeared: 'Username already exists.'

Damn, she tapped her fingers on her keyboard before typing, 'IdahoWerewolf'.

This time, the 'success' page came up and she found herself in an unfamiliar chatlike application. The chat page she found herself on had some discussion about cats from earlier in the day and some cute pictures, but hadn't had any activity since.

Now what? Sophia stared awkwardly at the empty message input and then shrugged.

IdahoWerewolf: Hello?

Nerius: Yo

CrazyWolf33: Hey there.

IdahoWerewolf: This is my first time using Disarray so go easy. ???? What do you all do here?

CrazyWolf33: Just like it says in the description, we're a group of werewolf enthusiasts and all around wolf fans. Mostly we just talk about whatever and shitpost.

IdahoWerewolf: Are there any like real werewolves here?

CrazyWolf33: We might have a few of those around here ;)

Buuuut they might not be a bit shy ????

IdahoWerewolf: Like, get furry kind of werewolves?

Nerius: We love all types of werewolves baby, as long it's a person turning into a wolf :3

CrazyWolf33: @IdahoWerewolf Just fyi, this is the general chat, so if you are interested in our RP section, it's the channel right below this one!

IdahoWerewolf: Cool. I'm kind of a new werewolf and could really use some help.

Nerius: Help with what? Deciding whether you prefer turning into a wolf on a full moon or shift anytime you want?

Sophia blinked in surprise, how did they..?

IdahoWerewolf: I mean yes actually.

Nerius: I don't personally RP that much here, I mostly discuss all things werewolf but if you need some ideas I'm happy to help. Personally I would go with the "shift anytime you want" option because full moon restriction seems bleh.

CrazyWolf33: Who's roleplaying? ????

Nerius: @CrazyWolf33 I mean let's be real, as much as I love werewolves they don't exist as far as I know. And I'd have to see it to believe it.

CrazyWolf33: Ever the skeptic. Suit yourself. ????

Nerius: @IdahoWerewolf Right, you were in need of some help right? As a self-proclaimed werewolf expert, I'm sure I can be of use.

IdahoWerewolf: Dope! So yeah, I've only been a werewolf for a couple of months and I'm kind of confused. how does it all work anyway?

Nerius: Anyways, you gonna have to be a bit more specific my friend. Assuming we're talking about a western depiction of a werewolf, there's a lot of stuff to talk about. If we're talking about where the hair comes from, the bones changing, that stuff is way out of my expertise. That's more science-y stuff.

IdahoWerewolf: Oh, okay. I didn't know there were different types of werewolves. what do you mean a 'Western depiction of a werewolf'?

FurBill73: Heeey, another werewolf! Right on! You're from Idaho?

IdahoWerewolf: Yep

FurBill73: Awesome! Nerius knows a lot about werewolves, but swears they don't exist! The fool! Arooo!!!

Nerius: @IdahoWerewolf Well the usual werewolf stuff, like a full moon makes a person turn into an anthropomorphic wolf, usually because they got bit. There's also stuff related to their behavior in their human form, like extra cravings for meat and chasing squirrels. The last one was a joke. Mostly. Movies like Van Helsing are a great example. Of course there are... spicier stuff on the internet.

IdahoWerewolf: Definitely noticed the meat cravings. Spicier stuff?

Nerius: Let's just say I like to learn about all things werewolves, and that includes the sexual stuff... If you are a guy I'm sure you know what I'm talking about ;)

Sophia paused for a moment, taken aback. Just what am I getting myself into?

IdahoWerewolf: oh. No, Im a she.

Nerius: That's a surprise, well I suppose it shouldn't be but guys do many questionable things, including impersonating girls. I just assume everyone's a guy until otherwise. So my lovely shewolf, what other things do you wish to talk about? Ask me anything, I won't bite :3

FurBill73: A lady were? Not nearly enough of those! You're definitely welcome to talk to me!

Sophia stared at her monitor, a feeling of uneasiness creeping over her.

IdahoWerewolf: So, I know people are sposed to become weres by getting bit. But its weird because i didn't get bit. I'm not sure how it happened.

Nerius: Huh? Well that's a first. I suppose if you didn't get bit then you should roll with magic. Or I suppose supernatural is a more apt term. Did you pick up some cursed object that you weren't supposed to?

IdahoWerewolf: I dont know. A wolf skin? That's all i can think of.

FurBill73: That's different. I got bit a ways back and been howling ever since!

Nerius: o_O

Nerius: Never heard of that, sounds like something some indigenous folks would do. I hear they tend to skin animals and use them in odd rituals to connect to the spirit world or something. Never heard of anything wolf related though. Plus, where would you even get wolf skin from?

IdahoWerewolf: A friend of mine had it at a party.

Nerius: Interesting friend you got lol

Well I suppose if this wolf skin is the cause of your werewolf transformation, then that would probably have a different effect. If I had to guess, would you be able to shift whenever you want? Cause this is definitely not your typical werewolf.

IdahoWerewolf: i just change on full moons so far Thats part of why im on here. I was hoping someone could tell me how to control it.

FurBill73: Like, not change at all? I get seeing it as a curse and all but its got its upsides. Once a month is fun!

IdahoWerewolf: no. change when its not the full moon.

FurBill73: That would definitely be awesome!

Nerius: You want to control when you shift into your werewolf side? Well that doesnt seem easy given you're a new werewolf but Id reckon you could try channeling your wolf side by high emotional response or... Hmm not sure if that's something you would want to explore.

IdahoWerewolf: an emotional response? Like what? What do you mean i wouldnt want to explore it?

Nerius: Well something that'll make you angry or aroused might trigger something to change, although thats for you to figure out. As for latter option... Well to put it bluntly, sex seems to be a potential method of shifting. But if you are not interested you could try a sex toy instead.

IdahoWerewolf: oh

CrazyWolf33: @Nerius Don't scare off the newbie! Going a little strong there.

Nerius: Im just giving what I know, plus you did put this server up for adults anyways

CrazyWolf33: Just sayin'. I know you ;)

Nerius: Well what do you think @IdahoWerewolf? Too much info?

IdahoWerewolf: I guess i hvant thought about it. But im kind of uncomfortable right now

Nerius: I see, well shoot me another question or DM whenever you want. I'll be sure to not mention anything too sexy :p

IdahoWerewolf: uh so i changed only a little the first time, but a lot more the second. Is that normal?

CrazyWolf33: Woah... What do you mean? I've always gone full anthro, although everything is fuzzy after I change.

Nerius: Gradual change? Thats a new one. Could you elaborate on your changes?

IdahoWerewolf: the first night it was just a bit of fur and my teeth and nails changed a little. I could smell and hear better. My ears got a little pointy. Second time i got a lot more fur, my ears could move, i grew big claws and pads on my hands and feet. And wow i could smell everything!

Nerius: Well doesnt sound too far off from a typical werewolf, just a slow burn change. I'd imagine you are gonna end up a full anthro sooner or later based on your descriptions. At least you won't be in heat xD

IdahoWerewolf: Full anthro? What's that?

Nerius: Oh I suppose you aren't a furry then, apologies for the lingo. It's basically a typical werewolf appearance, you know the whole digitigrade stance + the wolfman appearance, well wolf woman in your case. Just a wolf + human combination in general.

IdahoWerewolf: sounds neat! Any idea how long?

Nerius: Your described changes seem pretty slow, Id bet you would see a full anthro form maybe 3-4 full moons from the last one. But you know, if you did try my suggestions above you might see some quicker results. Quicken the pace I suppose.

IdahoWerewolf: Oh okay.

CrazyWolf33: She ain't sending you nudes @Nerius.

FurBill73: And we wonder why there aren't any lady weres.

Nerius: @CrazyWolf33 Hey I never asked for any, plus its not like she's actually a werewolf that could send feet pics or something, although I am a sucker for beans

IdahoWerewolf: One more thing. Is it normal to smell better after the second change? Everything seemed normal after the first one, but i can suddenly smell a lot better after the second.

Nerius: You mean you are keeping the changes after full moons?

IdahoWerewolf: I guess, yes, is that weird?

FurBill73: I can smell really well. I think that's normal, but I'm no expert.

Nerius: I mean if its just smell thats not something abnormal... Unless you have other kept changes?

Sophia thought for a long moment, but didn't feel comfortable bringing up the strange new instincts and urges yet.

IdahoWerewolf: No, that's it.

Nerius: You've got a pretty interesting set up for your werewolf character

FurBill73: ????

IdahoWerewolf: thanks i guess. So thanks for answering my questions, but I have to go now.

Nerius: Nice meeting ya, hope to see you around here more :P

FurBill73: see ya girl! And awooooo!!!

IdahoWerewolf: thanks ttyl

Sophia closed the tab and stared at her laptop screen. Well that was... something. Those guys were a little creepy and I don't think they took me seriously. Like a sex toy? Really? Still, it was nice to be able to talk about what's happening to me.

The fan page with the link to the chat was still up and she hovered the cursor over the x to close the tab. She couldn't quite bring herself to hit the mouse button though. Instead, she bookmarked the page and went to the site's search bar and simply typed 'wolves'.