Centuries ago, when humans had arrived in this part of the world, they hadn’t known that the basilisks were already here. The monsters weren’t a problem at first; when they wore their human forms, they looked just like humans—attractive humans. Their sexual influence was undeniable, and it was the main reason the villagers were able to coexist with them for so long. But when they wore their true form—when they turned into huge, ruthless snakes—they became a threat.
