How do you get the wolf form in castlevania symphony of night?

In Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, you can obtain the wolf form by acquiring and using a specific item called the "Wolf Cloak". Here's how you can get the Wolf Cloak and transform into a wolf:

1. Retrieve the Alucard Shield: First, you need to find and acquire the Alucard Shield. This shield can be obtained from the blacksmith NPC, Grant, who is located in the Reverse Castle.

2. Talk to Grant: Once you have the Alucard Shield, return to Grant in the Reverse Castle. He will examine the shield and mention a secret hidden within it.

3. Return to the Main Castle: After talking to Grant, return to the main Dracula's Castle.

4. Find the Secret Room: In the main castle, look for a secret room in the Marble Gallery area. This room can be accessed by using the Alucard Shield in a specific slot on a wall.

5. Defeat the Skeleton:** Inside the secret room, you will encounter a skeleton enemy. Defeat this enemy to obtain the Wolf Cloak.

6. Equip the Wolf Cloak: Equip the Wolf Cloak by going to the Items menu and selecting it.

7. Transform into a Wolf: Once the Wolf Cloak is equipped, you will transform into a wolf form whenever you press the Up button on the controller.

When you are in wolf form, you will gain enhanced speed and the ability to perform wolf-specific abilities and attacks. Additionally, the wolf form allows you to reach certain areas and access secret passages in the castle that are otherwise inaccessible.