A Monastic Tradition From the introduction: Monks of the Way of Owlbear revere the mighty beast, practicing ancient traditions which slowly transform them, giving them physical aspects of the owlbear. The traditions are passed from generation to generation, as the bonds of family are strong with owlbears. While many practitioners of this tradition study it in their natural racial form, some choose to follow the teachings to its end, permanently transforming into an owlbear.