Human-animal shifters are beings capable of transforming between human and animal forms. This ability may be granted by magic, curses, or inherent powers. These shifters often embody the traits of their animal form, such as strength, speed, or heightened senses, while retaining their human intellect and reasoning.
In mythology, figures like werewolves or selkies are well-known examples of human-animal shifters, balancing between their human lives and animal instincts.