Inspiration is the meat and drink of great heroes. It provides sustenance for flagging warriors, a fire in the heart fanned from mere embers. Werewolves who use these Gifts gain courage even in the face of extreme danger, and the spirit of Inspiration can entwine an entire pack in the unity of heroism. The Blood Talons possess particular affinity with Inspiration; it’s likewise a favorite of many Cahalith and Rahu. Teachers of these Gifts include various Lunes and ancestor-spirits.
The Right Words (•)
Sometimes keeping a pack in line or a soldier’s morale up hinges on knowing just what to say. A stirring speech, a well-placed compliment or even just remembering the new guy’s name can bring confidence and a will to strive against adversity.
Camaraderie (••)
There is strength in unity. Unfortunately, suspicion and personal agendas beget division. Easing tensions is a key step in binding comrades to a common purpose, even if that common purpose is simply not killing each other.
True Leader (•••)
Few things inspire a pack like an alpha who leads from the front. In a crisis situation, the true leader shouts, “Follow me!” and her heartened allies do just that.
Spirit Skin (••••)
Werewolves are creatures of spirit and flesh, but using this Gift manifests that spirit side in the physical world for all to see. The werewolf exudes a perceptible cloak of authority and spiritual power. The appearance of this mantle varies by the werewolf’s nature. A wrathful warrior might glow with an inner fire and be shrouded with wisps of vapor, while a harmonious, introspective leader may exude an aura of dignity and calm. However it manifests, the werewolf can inspire awe or terror in those around him.
Victor’s Song (•••••)
All is lost when heart is lost. Yet even when hope has vanished, newfound courage can claim victory where there was only defeat. In the face of hopeless odds, whether surviving a suicide charge or bracing a crumbling levee, Victor’s Song doesn’t push allies beyond their limits, it pushes their limits beyond what they thought possible.
