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Originally Posted by Rune Son of Bjarne
But is the Shape-shifter not just Tolkiens own version of a Berserker, a version that is easier to fit into the story?
If I remember correctly the Besrkers where often described wearing bear skins and in general being a bit "bestial".
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Possibly. Of course Norse tradition does include children of bears & maidens - creatures that are not exactly 'shape-shifters' but who are 'bear' at one time & 'human' at others (cf Hrolf Kraki's Saga - a work translated by CT incidentally, containing Elves, berserkers & a highly significant ring......)