Manwolves of Elban

  Known among themselves as Worgen, the manwolves are a curious race of bipedal
canids that are found only on the western island of Elban. They are genetic 
uplifts, raised to sentience and an upright form from a species of black wolves.
This was done by Fred at the behest of Thorn, who has claimed Elban as a private 
sanctuary and wished to have helpers that could be trusted in maintaining the
woodlands.
  The Worgen have vastly exceeded Thorns expectations, and he treats them more 
as favored children than as servants. Oddly, for those in service to the god of
Woods and Fields, none of the Worgen are druids. Most often, they are Rangers or
simple hunters and gardeners.
  Those Worgen who wish to travel beyond the confines of Elban are permitted to
do so, as Thorn recognizes that mature, freewilled beings must be permitted use 
of that odd quality or become wild and rebellious.  Thus, Thorn has permitted the
building of several small port towns, two along the eastern shore, toward the 
mainland and one out to the western ocean. Those that travel to the mainland are
instructed in what little is known of that vast expanse of land, and are 
typically left ashore a ways north of the island.
  Unlike the mangey gnoll, Worgen take great care for their appearance. Their 
thick, dark coats are kept brushed and shiney. They rarely wear more clothing 
than a pair of short breeches and a woodland cloak, and those more out of utility 
than modesty. Armor can be a bit of trouble for a worgen, as the added layers
of material restrict their fur, which can cause mange and other unwanted
problems.
  Their legs are digitigrade, thus they most often go barefoot, although their
paw pads are thick enough that they can tread through most terrain without fear 
of injury. Stoney ground can give then trouble, though. Most stand about as tall 
as humans, with the females typically six to eight inches shorter than the males.
  The claws of their hands are long and sharp enough to be used as weapons, as
are their powerful jaws, but most prefer to smith-wrought tools for that purpose.
  Worgen society tends to be very communal and family oriented. They still call
their towns and villages 'packlands' and will be wary of any non-Worgen venturing
among them. Those that prove to harbor no ill will, can always find a friendly
welcome.
  As Thorn worries for those who seek travel and adventure, he has asked that 
Fred and Hydris look out for his Worgen on the mainland and oceans. As Fred keeps
no temples or shrines, he has enlisted the assistance of Hest. Thus, Worgen have
a standing claim of hospitality at any place dedicated to Hest or Hydris, 
permitting them a week's lodging and minor healing.

Racial Abilities:
  Strength +4, Constitution +2, Charisma -1.
  Size Medium.
  A Worgen’s base land speed is 30 feet.
  Darkvision out to 60 feet.
  Racial Hit Dice: A Worgen begins with two levels of humanoid, which provide 2d8
    Hit Dice, a base attack bonus of +1, and base saving throw bonuses of Fort 
    +3, Ref +0, and Will +0.
  Racial Skills: A Worgen’s humanoid levels give it skill points equal to
    5×(2+IntMod). Its class skills are Listen and Spot, with a +2 Racial Bonus to
    each.
  Racial Feats: A Worgen’s humanoid levels give it one feat.
  Special Abilities: Evasion and Scent.
  +1 natural armor bonus.
  Automatic Languages: Common. Bonus Languages: Dwarven, Elven, Giant, Gnome.
  Favored Class: Ranger.
  Level adjustment +2.