He is responsible for the existence of lycanthropy in the Elder Scrolls universe, and when those afflicted with his "gift" die their souls go to his realm where they participate in his hunts for all eternity. In addition to Werewolves, Hircine's creations are also said to include Werelions, Werebears, Wereboars, Werevultures, Werecrocodiles, and even Weresharks! However, only Werewolves are featured in any of the games. Based on his boss fight in Bloodmoon, it would appear that Hircine himself has the abilities of all these types of lycanthropes.