Kitsune

Kitsune

"Do not touch my ball. Do not take my ball....You know what? Forget that I even have a ball! -- Taver Firestrike

Lore

Japanese word for fox. Foxes are a common subject of Japanese folklore. Stories depict them as intelligent beings and as possessing magical abilities that increase with their age and wisdom. Foremost among these is the ability to assume human form. While some folktales speak of kitsune employing this ability to trick others — as foxes in folklore often do — others portray them as faithful guardians, friends, lovers, and wives.

Foxes and human beings lived in close proximity in ancient Japan; this companionship gave rise to legends about the creatures. Kitsune have become closely associated with Inari, a Shinto kami or spirit, and serve as his messengers. This role has reinforced the fox's supernatural significance. The more tails a kitsune has — they may have as many as nine — the older, wiser, and more powerful it is. Because of their potential power and influence, some people make offerings to them as to a deity.

In Amtgard

Ninetails of the Rising Winds Taver Firestrike of the Rising Winds Triangle of the Rising Winds Brian Fox of the Rising Winds

Other Facts

• Start with one tail, and one for each level in monster. (2 tails first level)
• The eighth and ninth tails are gained by mastering the class.

• ALL KITSUNE MUST HAVE A SMALL WHITE BALL ON THEIR PERSON. Padded as per spell ball and used as focus item.

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