Löwenmensch (also known as Werelion and German for “Lion-man.”) is a species of leonine supernatural shapeshifters introduced in the Season 6 episode “Memory Lost.” The only known Lowenmensch on the show is called a
Biology and appearance[]
Like their lupine cousins, the Löwenmensch have the power to shapeshift from a regular human to a lion-like form. According to Mason Hewitt and Theo Raeken, the Löwenmensch are partially wolves. However, according to several sources, this piece of information is incorrect
They also function like a pack of werewolves. They have the same hierarchy as their Werewolf cousins, however, a group of Löwenmensch would likely be called a Pride rather than a Pack. Like their lupine cousins, the Löwenmensch have the power to shapeshift from a regular human to a lion-like form.
Powers and Abilities[]
- Super Strength: Löwenmenschen are strong creatures and can defeat even a true Alpha. However, Garrett was a Löwenmensch that was mutated by the Dread Doctors’ green serum. He was able to go up against Corey Bryant, Scott McCall, and Liam Dunbar. He also has a powerful bite, especially through the skulls of both humans and Ghost Riders
- Superhuman Speed: Löwenmensch are faster than even the most athletic human or the fastest werewolf. They can run on all fours in both human and Löwenmenschen form.
- Super Agility/Reflexes: Lowenmenschen have enhanced agility and reflexes much better than a human. They are able to jump from very large distances and jump from several stories (especially off high buildings. They are also more acrobatic, gymnastic, and athletic. Their reflexes are enhanced as well. They dodge bullets, or any punches. perceiving objects more powerful than any human can, and catch arrows in mid-air and dodging bullets
- Super Durability: Lowenmenschen withstanding physical punishment much better than any human alive. They can survive falling off high story buildings and being thrown across the room. They can tolerate being punched, kicked, being thrown into walls, and falling from extremely tall heights without serious injury. For example, when Stiles hit Garret Douglas with his bat, he managed to render him unconscious for a few seconds before he reunited with Scott and Liam.
- Super Senses: Löwenmenschen have incredible keen sense of smell, sight and hearing better than most species. They are nocturnal and can see across long distances and track someone through their scents. They can hear whispered voices from a far and interpret chemosignals in scents. Their supernatural eyes can also see a Nemeton when it conceals itself or a Kitsune’s aura, especially the younger ones.
- Accelerated Healing: The Löwenmensch can possess extraordinary enhanced regenerative healing. Garret had a powerful healing factor due to him healing from full body injuries (mostly because of the exposure of green regenerative system inside their tank.) They are immune to human diseases.
- Longevity: The Löwenmensch can live for years due to their accelerated healing. Garrett spent seventy years in the Dread Doctors' tank and preserved the male in his late 20s or early 30s. The Dread Doctors used his blood to fuel their serum so they could retain their immortality while they were trying to bring La Bête du Gevaudan
- Shapeshifting: Like their lupine cousins, the Löwenmensch have the power to shapeshift from a regular human to a lion-like form. Unlike werewolves, they display lion characteristics: ridged brow, fangs, glowing eyes, claws, mutton chops, pointed ears, and ridged brows. The only known Löwenmensch, the Alpha Garrett Douglas, had glowing red eyes, so it can be assumed that they can also have gold or blue eyes like Beta or Omega-level Werewolves.
