Blood Hunter subclass

Lycan

Controlled hybrid transformation with claws, resilience, and risk of bloodlust.

Lycan starts by changing the normal Blood Hunter play pattern through Heightened Senses; Hybrid Transformation, giving the subclass its first clear mechanical identity.

Later features such as Stalker’s Prowess, Advanced Transformation, Brand of the Voracious expand that identity at higher levels, so the subclass has a clearer role in combat, exploration, utility, or support.

A female Lycan Blood Hunter class portrait.

Heightened Senses; Hybrid Transformation

3rd level

Gain enhanced hearing and smell and transform into a controlled hybrid form with feral strength A stylized clenched fist emblem representing physical power,
athletic ability, and force. D&D Portal - Strength Physical power and athletic ability Strength measures physical power, athletic ability, and a character's capacity to exert force. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/strength/, resilient defenses, claws, and a bloodlust risk.

Stalker’s Prowess

7th level

Improve speed A stylized walking icon representing speed. D&D Portal - Speed Movement rule Speed is a movement rule used during exploration, encounters, and combat. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/movement/speed/, jumping A stylized athletics icon representing jumping. D&D Portal - Jumping Movement rule Jumping is a movement rule used during exploration, encounters, and combat. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/movement/jumping/, and hybrid-form unarmed strikes.

Advanced Transformation

11th level

Use Hybrid Transformation more often and gain regeneration and improved feral damage while transformed.

Brand of the Voracious

15th level

Improve control over bloodlust and gain advantage against the creature marked by Brand of Castigation.

Hybrid Transformation Mastery

18th level

Transform without use limits or a fixed duration and gain the Blood Curse of the Howl.

FAQ

What is the Lycan subclass?

Lycan is a specialised subclass option that builds on the features and progression of its parent class.

Read more: Lycan A stylized Blood Hunter class icon. D&D Portal - Lycan Blood Hunter subclass Controlled hybrid transformation with claws, resilience, and risk of bloodlust. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/classes/blood-hunter/lycan/

How does the Lycan subclass work?

The Lycan subclass changes the character’s play style through its own feature progression.

What features does a Lycan get?

The subclass page lists the features gained by a Lycan and explains their effects.

Is Lycan a good subclass?

Whether Lycan is a good choice depends on the role, abilities, and play style you want for the character.

How do you play a Lycan?

Use the subclass features to specialise the normal class play pattern and support the role you chose.