"The Curse of the Werewolf Cast" The curse of the werewolf has long been a subject of fascination and intrigue. It is a tale that has captured the imagination of people across cultures and generations. The idea of transforming into a fearsome beast under the full moon has been the basis of many myths and legends. The cast of characters in the werewolf curse is diverse and often includes individuals from all walks of life. The cursed individual, known as the werewolf, is usually someone who is unsuspecting of their fate. They may be average, everyday people, leading normal lives until they are bitten or cursed by another werewolf.
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He ordered them to return the following night prepared for a hunt , which they did and when he reappeared he raced off, forcing them to chase him on horseback with their hounds, on and on through Windsor Forest. Witches has a specific witch gene , which in a sense makes them more like psionicists or mutants rather than witches, but they draw connections with this and the witches of Salem and occult ideas, so an interesting mix to be sure.
They may be average, everyday people, leading normal lives until they are bitten or cursed by another werewolf. This marks the beginning of their transformation and the start of the curse. The cursed individual's loved ones, family, and friends often play a significant role in the story.
Robin Spell Hunter
The Whistling Arrows are certainly a multi-talented group! Particularly Mike. Many of us on Face Book (come and join us!) are now familiar with Mike’s beautiful paintings and Avalon has recently featured his work on her blog. But it is always a thrill to see another example of his art work, particularly when it is connected to our favourite outlaw and one of the most popular recent adaptions of the legend, Robin of Sherwood.
Above is Mike’s interpretation of Herne the Hunter, one of the central figures in Richard Carpenter’s scripts for the hugely successful and influential TV series of the 1980’s.
The series Robin of Sherwood started in 1984 and was made by Goldcrest for HTV. It first featured Michael Praed as Robin, the son of a peasant family murdered by the Normans. After being mistreated in early childhood, he makes common cause with a group of other young outcasts. But not before he is chosen for his role to lead resistance as ‘The Hooded Man’ by Herne the Hunter, a pagan shaman wearing stag’s antlers and living in a grove on an island in a lake.
When, in 1597, William Shakespeare set pen to parchment and wrote The Merry Wives of Windsor he had Mistress Page utter the lines below:
There is an old tale goes,
That Herne the hunter,
Sometime a keeper here in Windsor Forest,
Doth all the winter-time, at still midnight,
Walk round about an oak, with great ragg'd horns;
And there he blasts the tree, and takes the cattle,
And makes milch-kine yield blood, and shakes a chain
In a most hideous and dreadful manner.
You have heard of such a spirit, and well you know
The superstitious idle-headed eld
Receiv'd, and did deliver to our age,
This tale of Herne the Hunter for a truth.
Despite this being the earliest written reference we have to the legend of Herne the Hunter, it is probable that Shakespeare was drawing on a much older local tradition, the origins of which lay with the Norse god, Odin (a leader of the wild hunt) and of the horned Celtic deity, Cernunnos. We know Shakespeare’s knowledge of folklore was considerable and that he seldom invents when he can refer to a genuine story. This was one of many innovations by Carpenter who inserted medieval magical realism along with Robin’s traditional battles with the Sheriff of Nottingham.
But the legend of Herne originally had no connection with Robin Hood or Sherwood Forest. In fact the various legends place him during the reign of Richard II (1377-1399) as a keeper of Windsor Forest in Berkshire. It was there that Herne was known for his great hunting and woodcraft skills. He was favoured after saving King Richard from being gored by a cornered white hart, but very badly injured himself. Later a mysterious dark figure, known as Philip Urswick appeared and promised the king that for a reward he will insure Herne recovered.
The king agreed and announced that if Herne lived, he would promote him to chief-keeper of Windsor Forest. So Urswick took him to his hut at Bagshot Heath and bound the antlers and skull of a stag to the dying Herne, prescribing plenty of rest. But the other game-keepers were jealous of Herne and made it known to Urswick that they wished that he had died of his injuries. So Urswick did a deal with the other keepers.
Herne recovered, (although the antlers remained permanent) returned to court and was promoted to chief game-keeper; Urswick meanwhile was rewarded by King Richard with gold and silver. But gradually Herne began to lose his hunting skills, much to the annoyance of the king who revoked the promotion. So bitterly ashamed Herne hung himself from a giant oak tree in Windsor Forest and his body mysteriously vanished during a thunderstorm.
Urswick never revealed the charm he put on Herne to the king and as each new chief-keeper was installed, they too lost their skills. Realising they would never get promotion, the game-keepers then begged Urswick to dispel the charm, which he agreed to on condition that they met him at the giant oak tree at midnight. When the keepers arrived at the oak tree Herne’s ghost appeared before them complete with his stag’s antlers. He ordered them to return the following night prepared for a hunt, which they did and when he reappeared he raced off, forcing them to chase him on horseback with their hounds, on and on through Windsor Forest.
But the game-keepers suddenly came to a halt when Urswick miraculously appeared before them. He demanded payment for stripping Herne of his game-keeping abilities. The payment would be that they had to join in Herne’s wild hunt forever.
So every night the hunt met at Herne’s Oak, riding forth with the horned ghost and raiding the forest taking deer until very few were left. King Richard was furious when he heard of their pursuits and decided to make a visit to the oak tree. Herne appeared to the king and learned of his anger at the state of his forest, but explained that he rode the hunt for vengeance. The king agreed to hang the game-keepers from that very oak tree on condition that Herne would haunt no more during his reign. The group of game-keepers were hung the next day.
Tradition says that Herne was not seen until after Richard II’s abdication in 1399 when once again he rode with the wild huntsman through the forest of Windsor collecting the souls of the dead. To this day the hunt is seen or heard in Windsor Forest and as far away as Cookham Moor and Huntercombe Manor which gets its name from the hunter.
One version of the legend warns:
Fly then, quickly make no stay,
For Herne the Hunter rides this way.
When Michael Praed grew tired of appearing in the series ‘Robin of Sherwood’, he was killed off and after memorial fire-arrows, it was left to the mystical Herne the Hunter to chose another face to fill the hood. But this time he was not a local from the destroyed village of Locksley but the upper-class Earl of Huntingdon, played by Jason Connery (son of Sean).
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They are the ones who witness the transformation and are left to grapple with the reality of the curse. They may have to make difficult choices and sacrifices, such as protecting the cursed individual from themselves or others. In some versions of the werewolf curse, there are individuals who know about the curse and seek to exploit it. These characters may be villains or anti-heroes who use the curse for their own gain. They may manipulate or control the cursed individual, using them as a weapon or a means to an end. The werewolf curse often includes a sense of duality and inner conflict. The cursed individual struggles with their beastly instincts and the violence that comes with it. They may feel a constant battle between their human consciousness and the primal urges of the wolf. This inner struggle adds depth and complexity to the character, making them more relatable and sympathetic. Throughout the story, the werewolf cast may encounter a range of emotions and experiences. They may feel isolated and alone, fearing rejection and judgment from society. They may also confront feelings of guilt and remorse for the harm they cause while in their beast form. The curse becomes a burden, a source of shame and a constant reminder of their otherness. In some tales, the werewolf cast seeks a cure for their curse. They may embark on a quest to find a way to break free from the transformation. This journey often leads them to encounter other supernatural beings, witches, or wise figures who can guide them towards redemption. Ultimately, the curse of the werewolf cast is a story of identity, humanity, and the struggle between light and darkness. It explores themes of self-acceptance, resilience, and the power of love and friendship. The characters within this curse are complex, multidimensional, and provide insight into the human condition..
Reviews for "The Influence of "The Vurse of the Werewolf" Cast on Werewolf Fan Culture"
1. John Smith - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "The Curse of the Werewolf Cast". The story felt disjointed and lacked a coherent plot. The characters were poorly developed, making it difficult to feel any connection or investment in their journey. The werewolf cast concept had potential, but it was poorly executed. The special effects were lackluster, and the werewolves looked laughable rather than threatening. Overall, I found this film to be a waste of time and would not recommend it to anyone.
2. Emily Johnson - 1/5 - It's hard to express just how much I disliked "The Curse of the Werewolf Cast". The acting was abysmal, with wooden performances all around. The dialogue was cringe-worthy and felt forced. The pacing was all over the place, leading to a confusing and tiresome viewing experience. The story lacked any originality or depth, relying on tired clichés and weak plot twists. The special effects were poorly done, making the werewolves appear more comical than scary. Save your money and skip this film - it's a complete waste of time.
3. David Thompson - 2/5 - "The Curse of the Werewolf Cast" had potential, but it ultimately fell flat. The concept was interesting, but the execution was lacking. The story was predictable, and the characters felt one-dimensional. The film relied too heavily on jump scares, lacking any subtlety or genuine fright. The werewolves themselves were poorly designed, resembling cheap Halloween costumes rather than menacing creatures. While there were a few moments of suspense, they were far outweighed by the film's overall flaws. I was left disappointed and underwhelmed by this lackluster attempt at a werewolf horror film.