Trolls are prevalent in fairy tales, but they originate from Norse and Scandinavian mythology on earth. They are creatures that prefer to live away from the human population despite being depicted sometimes as man-eaters, preferring to inhabit mountains and caves in isolation, or within a unique family all their own. Often depicted as dim-witted, old, slow, or ugly, they're not grotesque. Still, it's often ill-advised to seek them out as they rarely help humans.
I will say trolls here are no more ugly than any other transformations here. The physical characteristics someone turning into a troll takes include thick, hard claws in the place of all nails (toenails included), pointed ears, numerous bumpy horns on their heads, thick skin, and rock-like protrusions over their body. Tails appear to be possible as well, but I still have to see how common this is. For this subject in particular I have to study, they have an extra set of eyes and seem capable of tracing heat signatures.
With their strength and earthy appearance, it isn't a surprise to find this subject capable of manipulating rocks with little difficulty. Oddly enough, they also have the ability of mimicry, disguising both themselves and their voice; a way to lure in prey no doubt when hungry. A word of caution beyond the mimicry: trolls have a unique ability to grow to about 6 m (20 ft) in height and enter a 'berserk' state. If they also express increased aggression, it's best to exercise caution around one. On a lighter note, trolls are sensitive to sunlight as well; it's best for them to restrict movements to nighttime, or within tunnels during the day.
Troll
I will say trolls here are no more ugly than any other transformations here. The physical characteristics someone turning into a troll takes include thick, hard claws in the place of all nails (toenails included), pointed ears, numerous bumpy horns on their heads, thick skin, and rock-like protrusions over their body. Tails appear to be possible as well, but I still have to see how common this is. For this subject in particular I have to study, they have an extra set of eyes and seem capable of tracing heat signatures.
With their strength and earthy appearance, it isn't a surprise to find this subject capable of manipulating rocks with little difficulty. Oddly enough, they also have the ability of mimicry, disguising both themselves and their voice; a way to lure in prey no doubt when hungry. A word of caution beyond the mimicry: trolls have a unique ability to grow to about 6 m (20 ft) in height and enter a 'berserk' state. If they also express increased aggression, it's best to exercise caution around one. On a lighter note, trolls are sensitive to sunlight as well; it's best for them to restrict movements to nighttime, or within tunnels during the day.