Kitsune

Kitsune, or fox folk, are vulpine shapeshifters known for their love of both trickery and art. Kitsune possess three forms: that of an attractive human of slender build with salient eyes, and their true form of an anthropomorphic fox and an in-between state that they only use when they have no need to hide their true origins.

Despite an irrepressible penchant for deception, kitsune prize loyalty and make true companions. They delight in the arts, particularly riddles and storytelling, and settle in ancestral clans, taking their wisdom from both the living and spirits.

Quick-witted and nimble, kitsune make excellent bards and rogues. It is not uncommon for one to pursue sorcery, while those few born with white fur and pale eyes usually become oracles.

Society: Kitsune society is enigmatic, as kitsune prize loyalty among their friends but delight in good-natured mischief and trickery. Kitsune take pleasure in the pursuit of creative arts and in all forms of competition, especially the telling of stories interwoven with tall tales and falsehoods.

Relations: Kitsune deal well with elves and samsarans, but their reputation as tricksters follows them when they interact with other races. Many kitsune, particularly those who dwell in mixed-race societies, choose to hide their true natures and pose as humans in public.

Alignment and Religion: Kitsune tend to be neutral, or of alignments with a neutral component. Most kitsune worship the goddess of craftsmanship.

Adventurers: Keenly interested in adding their own names to the myths and legends of explorers and heroes of old, Kitsune adventurers range across the world.

Female Names: Ayaki, Jiyoki, Kyomi, Miyaro, Shinyai, Yulai

Male Names: Chankotu, Imhakaru, Kyrsaku, Namkitu, Yanyeeku

Kitsune Racial Statistics

Wound points 1d8 Control point Modifier +4
Medical Classification: Group IV-b - Lupinoid [Fae subtype]
+2 to Dexterity +1 Intelligence, –2 to Constitution+1 to Charisma (+2 when you add the Starting tail)
Being descended from an ancient fox spirit gives the Kitsune cunning and charm, along with an affinity for their surroundings . Their animalistic features grant them a certain nimbleness on their feet, at the price of hardiness.
Additional Language: SylvianMedium Size Base land speed is 30 feet
Universal Appeal (Ex):Kitsune do not suffer any penalty to Charisma when interacting with creatures of a different species.

Natural Weapons

The claws on a Kitsune’s hands can deal 1d4 damage in an unarmed strike.

Low-light Vision

Kitsune retain the ability to distinguish color and detail under these conditions.

Skill Boon:

+2 racial bonus on Bluff & Perception checks.

Fey Blood

For all eﬀects related to race, a Kitsune are considered a type of fey. Kitsune are just as vulnerable to special eﬀects that aﬀect fey, and they can use magic items that are useable by fey.

Additional Tails

As a Kitsune performs notable or extraordinary accomplishments (these terms are defined by the DM), the Kitsune gains an extra tail, to a maximum of nine tails (eight additional tails may be gained). Each tail adds a +1 inherent bonus to the Kitsune's Charisma, and +1 Yin,Yang and Sonic Resistance per Tail after the first.
If the Tails have been lost for one reason or another foxfire cannot be used, tails will also regenerate in3 months(Lv 1-15) 2 Months(lv 16-30)1 Month (lv 31-45) Remove 1 day per level after 45

The Three Lives

Kitsune of seven tails or more gain a blessing due to their wisdom and experience. If the Kitsune is reduced to negative Constitution in hit points or lower, it rises the next dawn, alive and fully healed, even if the Kitsune was beheaded or burnt. They must be killed three times to truly die, it is rumored that one of the gods has the ability to replenish this sacred boon.

The Three Forms

All Kitsune can shape shift. They have three forms: a natural fox, a half fox/half-human (in which all their tails are visible), and a human form, which can look however the Kitsune wishes, but always has some quality or mark that indicates the Kitsune’s true nature (paw-feet, fox ears, a tail, or vulpine features are common).

Fox Fire

Kitsune can produce the effects dancing lights at the cost of 4 Control points, as the spell (caster level 2nd). Kitsune can activate this ability as a standard action:Gaining the ability to produce foxfire with their tails at a young age, kitsune are masters at manipulating it and using it to trick their enemies

Nei [Yang]

Rank: 1

Components:V, S

Casting Time: 1 standard action

Range: Medium (100 ft. + 10 ft./level)

Effect: Up to four lights, all within a 10-ft.-radius area

Duration: 1 minute (D)

Saving Throw: None

Spell Resistance: No

Depending on the version selected, you create up to four lights that resemble lanterns or torches (and cast that amount of light), or up to four glowing spheres of light (which look like will-o’-wisps), or one faintly glowing, vaguely humanoid shape. The dancing lights must stay within a 10-foot-radius area in relation to each other but otherwise move as you desire (no concentration required): forward or back, up or down, straight or turning corners, or the like. The lights can move up to 100 feet per round. A light winks out if the distance between you and it exceeds the spell’s range.

Common Kitsune Types

Earthkin [Standard]

By far the most populous of kitsune, earthkin can be found living in virtually any region inhabited by humans. Outsiders are more likely to encounter earthkin than any other kitsune clan, and as a result earthkin attributes are considered standard and other clans deviations from their norm. Kitsune of all ilk refute such foolishness, but admittedly understand where the misconception arises from. Earthkin have become dominant among kitsune because of their versatility. Rather than adapting to one specific environment, earthkin are flexible enough to excel anywhere. Furthermore, earthkin are more likely to wander than members of other kitsune are and the image of the capricious, wandering kitsune almost exclusively applies to earthkin, though their wandering has significantly aided their clan's expansiveness.
Earthkin vary heavily in appearance and can be encountered with all of the fur colors of other kitsune clans. Earthkin tend to be average in appearance compared to the other clans and have no remarkable features by comparison.

Scent

Earthkin Kitsune are able to detect approaching enemies, sniff out hidden foes, and track by sense of smell.

Earth Mastery

Can learn Earth Primal spells 1 rank higher then their character level, Earth spells gain an additional +1 to Hit and Damage.

Firekin [Desert]

Firekin inhabit the sandy deserts of the world. According to their songs and stories, firekin once lived peacefully amidst the sands until human kingdoms encroached upon their lands, forcing them to fully integrate among humans to avoid battling them for resources. For this reason, firekin tend to be more vengeful than other kitsune when slighted and revel in the fear and superstition that humans have of them. Although not inherently evil, firekin have less respect for laws than other kitsune and often ignore legal processes, especially when enraged.
Firekin are slightly shorter than kitsune of other clans and possess enlarged ears and puffy, fulvous fur. These adaptations help a firekin to deflect and release heat during the day and keep warm during the frigid night.

Desert Runner

Firekin kitsune receive a +4 racial bonus on Constitution checks and Fortitude saves to avoid fatigue and exhaustion, as well as any other ill effects from running, forced marches, starvation, thirst, and hot/cold environments.

Fire Mastery

Can learn Fire Primal spells 1 rank higher then their character level, Fire spells gain an additional +1 to Hit and Damage.

Waterkin [Arctic]

Native to the frozen wastes, waterkin thrive in the most deadly climates known to mortals. Waterkin are often somber and serious towards outsiders, reserving their cheer and laughter only for close companions and allies. Waterkin spend comparatively more time in their true forms than other kitsune races as a result of their decreased interactions with foreigners. Despite their cold demeanor, waterkin kitsune are generally benign and have been known to save strangers from certain doom on many an occasion.
Waterkin appear thicker than kitsune of other clans because of their fur, which is pale gray during the cold months and dark brown during warmer seasons. During the winter, their fur is warm enough that waterkin are able to survive the night in all but the most extreme cold without equipment if needed to.

Snow Runner

Waterkin kitsune receive a +4 racial bonus on Constitution checks and Fortitude saves to avoid fatigue and exhaustion, as well as any other ill effects from running, forced marches, starvation, thirst, and hot/cold environments.

Water Mastery

Can learn water primal spells 1 rank higher then their character level, Water spells gain an additional +1 to Hit and Damage.

Windkin [Steppe]

Named for the scouring winds that sweep across their homes, windkin dwell in steppes and on mountains. Once nomadic, most windkin now dwell among humans, but stubborn windkin communities that cling to the old ways exist. Windkin are very relaxed compared to other kitsune and have a benign relationship with humans. They are less mischievous than other kitsune but are also much more reserved and slower to befriend others. They have strong ties to wildlife and are widely considered the most nature-conscious kitsune, but other kitsune consider them to be dreadfully plainspoken.Windkin are of average height and possess slightly larger ears then standard kitsune. Their fur is a medley of gray, brown, orange, and fulvous and most prefer to wear their hair long. Windkin often adorn themselves in ritualistic beads that they claim bolsters their connection to their community's ancestors, making them in-tune with nature and spirits alike.

Sure Step (Ex)

Windkin are immune to altitude sickness and do not lost their Dexterity bonus to AC when making Climb checks or Acrobatics checks to cross narrow or slippery surfaces. In addition, windkin receive a +4 racial bonus to their CMD when resisting bull rush or trip attempts while standing on the ground.

Wind Mastery

Can learn Wind Primal spells 1 rank higher then their character level, Wind spells gain an additional +1 to Hit and Damage.

Thunderkin [Urban]

Thunderkin are a unstable mutation and usually did not survive birthing. Recent genetic technologies have been able to correct this problem and the clan has slowly started to form in recent years. Their dependence on technology forces them to stay in areas of high urban development.

Thunderkin fur tends to be ranging from pale lavenders to vivid purple hues. Though occasionally they can be so pale or so dark they can be mistaken as voidkin.

The beauty underneath

Thunderkin Constitution is doubled for calculations involving the maximum number of implants they can have however these extra slots are internal only.
Thunderkin have a naturally stronger Bioelectric current, this allows them to handle a greater number of internal cybernetics over traditional organics.

Thunder Mastery

Can learn Thunder Primal spells 1 rank higher then their character level, Thunder spells gain an additional +1 to Hit and Damage.

Rare Kitsune Types

Population Ratios are still in Place. Leaf and Moon 1:5White and Black 1:10

Leafkin [Forest]

Some kitsune hear the call of the forest on a level unrivaled by their peers. Their furs turn to one of the many shades of green of the forest. Proof that Sylanna has bestowed something wonderful upon them.

Iryō Study

Can learn Medical [Energy] Control spells 1 rank higher then their character level.
Leafkin gain a +1 Chakra Control modifier.

Strength of the Forest

Leafkin gain fast healing 2 for 1 round anytime they go into full defense while inside a forest and connected to the ground either directly or through a connection through a plant like a tree.
Leafkin can heal up to [Con modifier] hit points per level per day with this ability, after which it ceases to function.

Moonkin [Night]

Kitsune Adapt to Environs through magic. The twilight of night is no different and those born under the sign of the shadow overtime have a connection that eventually passed on through genetics and traditions. Moonkin fur tends to be silver though it can be slightly tinted pink or blue, hinting at red and blue moons.

Yin Study

Can learn Dark [Energy] Control spells 1 rank higher then their character level.
Leafkin gain a +1 Chakra Control modifier.

Strength of the Moon

Moonkin gain fast Control 2 for 1 round anytime they go into full defense. It must be during the hours the moon is visible and does not function underground unless moonlight is able to reach the area and the character can stand within it.
Moonkin can heal up to [Wisdom modifier] control per level per day with this ability, after which it ceases to function.

Voidkin White [Beginnings]

Voidkin possess a unique place among the different kitsune subraces, for voidkin are considered either blessed or cursed. A voidkin's traits are identical to any one of the other four types of kitsune detailed here except for one detail–the color of their fur. Voidkin possess either snowy white or shadowy fur. In the past their culture viewed such things as either a divine blessing in the case of the white or a spiritual uncleanliness or taint in the case of the black furred Voidkin though in recent years it has been tied to natural affinity with magic and the dragon gods who oversee the primal elements.

White voidkin are tied to Asha's Aspect of birth, creation and beginnings.

Yang Study

Can learn Light [Energy] Control spells 1 rank higher then their character level.
Voidkin gain a +1 Chakra Control modifier.

Heritage Focus: A voidkin kitsune gains Skill Focus as a bonus feat at 1st level. In addition, the chosen skill is always a class skill for the voidkin.

Voidkin Black [Endings]

Voidkin are tied to Asha's Aspect of Death, Destruction and endings.

Kokuma Study

Can learn Necromancy [Energy] Control spells 1 rank higher then their character level.
Leafkin gain a +1 Chakra Control modifier.

Heritage Focus: A voidkin kitsune gains Skill Focus as a bonus feat at 1st level. In addition, the chosen skill is always a class skill for the voidkin.

DM-RP: 42 RP (Extremely Restricted Race)

Low-light vision +1 RP Claws 2 RP

Skill Boon +2 RP Shapeshifting,Lesser 3 RP

Fox Fire +2 RP Clan Abilities 6 RP

Fae Blooded +1 RP -Linked- Universal Appeal +2 RP

Boon of the Gods(Tail Multiplication) +8 RP <Linked> The Three Lives: 12 RP

Attributes: Extremely Spiritual +3 RP Ability Scores: Normal

Can be Forsaken: Fae = Not Possible

*Special DM Requirement: on top of DM permission you also are required to produce a Full Description and Background at level one.

Kitsune are classified as one of the most powerful races in distant realms due to their free charisma enhancements gained from Epic Deeds, this means this race requires significant dedication in and out of character to have the privilege to have one.

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