This 300ft long outline of a 'Lycan' - an ancient werewolf - has appeared on a Somerset hillside. to celebrate the release of spooky title Resident Evil Village

It makes the Beast of Bodmin look like a pussycat...

This 300ft long outline of a 'Lycan' - an ancient werewolf - has appeared on a Somerset hillside.

Following more than a week of speculation regarding the artwork's creator, the mystery was revealed - it was a way to mark the launch of a new video game.

The 190ft high installation celebrated the release of spooky title Resident Evil Village, the newest entry in the survival horror franchise.

It was made in the dead of night to depict one of the new enemies in the game, and even appeared to glow menacingly when the sun went down following its creation.

The 'Lycan,' known for possessing superior strength, reflexes and speed, has become the latest addition to over 50 chalk figures scattered across the English countryside.

Tsuyoshi Kanda, producer of Resident Evil Village at Capcom, said: "The Resident Evil series celebrated its 25th anniversary in March 2021.

"The franchise is known for introducing some of video games' most iconic characters, and has always tried new things as the series has progressed.