Form Curse
A curse that changes a person into an animal, plant or object (or makes them part-animal/plant/object). They are still sentient in this state and are one of the two sources of stories of talking animals/etc; not to be mistaken for supernaturals who can change their own forms at will (e.g. werewolves, bakeneko, ogres, jorogumo, changelings, etc).
Transmission & Vectors
Generally spread through the uncontrolled negative emotions (usually anger) of supernatural beings, although it can be inflicted on purpose.
Symptoms
Transformation is fast but very painful. Even if quickly reversed, the victim will need help with pain management for several days afterwards. Supernaturals who've been changed may find their powers largely suppressed.
Some think that what one transforms into has something to do with physically manifesting one's personality, some think it has to do with how the caster sees the victim. Neither theory has been proven, however.
Treatment
If inflicted accidentally, it can generally only be lifted by the person who caused it, although there are certain potions that can sometimes alleviate symptoms temporarily. The process will be different for every case, though the most common cures are A: forgiveness, and B: purposeful removal achieved through having particularly good control of one's magic.
If inflicted on purpose, one will have to follow the instructions given by the caster.
Prognosis
Not fatal unless the victim were to be mistaken for a real animal/plant/object and killed/broken as one. If not ended so, the expected lifespan is the same as if they were still a human/supernatural.
Sequela
Psychological trauma is the main concern in the long-term. Some aren't even able to handle the shock of the initial transformation.
Affected Groups
Anyone can be affected.
Prevention
Self-regulation and conflict resolution training is considered of the utmost importance when raising a young supernatural in order to prevent accidental infliction.
Epidemiology
The curse is not considered contagious as it cannot be spread from a cursed individual to a curse-free individual unless such a clause is integrated into an intentional casting.
History
The oldest known curse, there are records of cases all throughout both recorded and oral history.
Cultural Reception
Accidental victims are pitied and taken good care of until the curse can be lifted.
Unless stated otherwise, it's generally considered taboo to interact with purposeful victims out of fear of the being who cursed them.
Type
Magical
Origin
Magical
Cycle
Chronic, Acquired & Congenital
Rarity
Uncommon
Affected Species
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