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For a human, it is difficult to identify a lycanthrope. Most of the time, it is easier when a possible subject is seen with a known werewolf, but sometimes a researcher must go by subtle signs, such as how much light is reflected by the tapetum lucidum, body language, or emphasized dental structures.

Lycanthropes, however, are extraordinary creatures. Even in their human form, they have remarkably strong senses. One of their most powerful, and often-used senses is, of course, their olfactory sense. This ability allows a lycanthrope to discern by scent whether or not someone else is one of his or her own kind, regardless of form.

Since many breeds of lycanthropes are somewhat shy of humans by nature, I have found that attempts to interview them for my studies have been fruitless thus far. You see, my scent makes them ill at ease. However, I have noticed something intriguing about territory neutral zones, the mile-or-so stretch between pack territories. It appears that in neutral territory, regardless of breed and pack, most lycanthropes are far more relaxed amongst their own kind. Well, that is, so long as there are no boundary disputes going on.

However, now I may have more luck! The one lycanthrope I have had the good fortune to befriend has kindly donated some samples, and through many tests, I have been able to replicate a scent that, according to my source, is pretty close to the proper one for a lycanthrope. It also seems that werewolves have an odd sort of ‘pack member’ pheromone, which I have also replicated. I… think I will not use it this first time though.

Regardless, I hope that in small amounts, this “werewolf cologne” will indicate to other lycanthropes that I have social contact with their kind, and that it is safe to talk to me. Though, if I use too much, they may mistake me for a lycanthrope… Which could be very, very dangerous.

I... wish to write more, but alas though the hour is late. This is not the time for planning, but a time for rest.

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I do have fun making and mixing scented oils and such, now and again.

I would like to take a moment to emphasize that pheromones are not only used to cause amourous reactions. For more information on Pheromones, please read any of these:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pheromone
http://www.anapsid.org/pheromones.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweat_gland