Born between civilization and the wilds, beastkin are as varied as the animal kingdom itself. Sometimes called wildkin or werefolk, beastkin universally share the humanoid form of humans, elves, or dwarves, but have pronounced traits of a specific beast, like the wings of a hawk, the tail of a scorpion, tall rabbit ears, massive owl eyes, a crab-like carapace, the thick wiry hair of a boar, razor-sharp shark teeth, or the bony horns of an ox. Some beastkin show only slight similarities to their bestial forerunners, while others resemble bipedal versions of their animal kin.   The precise origin of the beastkin is unclear. Some believe they are relatives of the intelligent beasts that hold court in the fey realms. Others claim they are descendants of lycanthropes or other cursed beings. Whatever the case, all beastkin share a tie to the natural world, and many choose to live alongside their bestial forebears.   Many young beastkin are driven by curiosity to seek out other civilizations and far-flung environments. Though such wanderlust may last for years, most beastkin return to their natural homes in later life, where they often act as wardens of the territory in which they were born.   While all beastkin contend with primal urges, they are quick to form unshakable bonds with those who show them compassion and loyalty, humanoid or beast.