Wolf.



The centuries of radiation exposure have done remarkably little to the local wolves population. Unlike the oftentimes hideously mutated dogs in the wasteland, wolves retain most of their healthy pre-War appearance including their full fur coverage. Evolutionary changes encompass a considerably smaller head, elongated claws on their paws and noticeably reduced thickness of their fur coat, the latter of which makes them look much leaner and far more menacing than their ancestors.

 

Post-War wolves are pack hunters just like their pre-War ancestors were. They are typically encountered in groups of up to eight individuals which are led by the most powerful members of the pack. Fast, agile and highly perceptive, wolves will often notice their prey before they notice them. While one or two pack members draw their prey's attention with a frontal charge, the others usually circle around for attacks from behind. Being surrounded by a whole pack can quickly become  lethal. Wolves can be found almost anywhere but seem to prefer hunting in the abandoned streets of pre war towns and cities.