Originally Posted by
Earl of Purple
Grounds
"Yes, basically. Shapeshifting, at least where I'm from, is divided into two separate abilities, and it's possible to only have one of the two, like I do. One ability is to absorb shapes, enabling a true shapeshifter to take on that form. The other ability is to actually change shape, like I do. Because I lack the first ability, I'm a latent shapeshifter. Some people have the first ability but lack the second, but it's hard to determine who has it and who doesn't because they can't do anything with it without the other part of the ability." Natalie smiles.
Also, I've put her birthday in my signature to prevent myself forgetting and to alert others when it is because otherwise I'll forget like I nearly did last year.