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, that of an ordinary fox and their true form of an anthropomorphic fox. 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.

Age

Kitsune reach adulthood in their mid-teens and generally live into their late 70’s.

Age Bracket	Age
Child	<16
Young Adult	16-22
Adult	23-31
Middle Aged	32-49
Old	50-64
Venerable	>65
Maximum Age	65 + 3d12

First Class Talent	Random Starting Age
Barbarian, Rogue, Sorcerer and Warlock	15 + 1d4 (16-19) years
Bard, Fighter, Paladin and Ranger	15 + 1d6 (16-21) years
Cleric, Druid, Monk and Wizard	15 + 2d6 (17-27) years

Appearance

A kitsune has three forms — a single human form, a single fox form and its true form, that of a humanoid fox. In their human forms, kitsune tend toward quickness and lithe beauty. In all forms they possess golden, amber, or brilliant blue eyes. In their true forms, they are covered with a downy coat of auburn fur, although more exotic coloration is possible.

Features

Attribute Score Increase

Your Dexterity score rises by 2.

Change Shape

You can assume the appearance of a specific single human form of the same gender. You always take this specific form when you use this ability. You cannot use your bite attack when in your human form and your speed is reduced by 5 feet. However, you gain +1d on Deception checks made to appear human. Changing shape is an action. This ability otherwise functions as Alter Self, except that you do not adjust your ability scores and can remain in this form indefinitely.

You can also take the form of a fox whose appearance is static and cannot be changed each time you assume this form. Your bite attack’s damage is reduced to 1d3 points of damage on a hit, but you gain +1d on Deception checks made to appear as a fox. Changing from kitsune to fox shape is an action. This ability otherwise functions as Beast Shape, and your attribute scores change accordingly.

Low-Light Vision

You can see in dim light as though it were bright light, so you ignore the concealed condition due to dim light.

Keen Senses

You have +1d to Perception.

Keen Scent

Scent is an imprecise sense for you with a range of 30 feet.

Natural Weapons

In your natural form, you have a bite attack that deals piercing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier.

Fey Magic

You know the Minor Illusion cantrip. You can cast the Mischief spell a number of times equal to your Charisma modifier. Charisma is your spellcasting attribute for these spells.

Size

Regardless of their form, Kitsune are generally slender and slight in stature. Your size is Medium.

Gender	Base Height	Height Modifier	Base Weight	Weight Multiplier
Kitsune, Male	4’10”	+2d8” (5’0” – 6’2”)	100 lbs.	+(2d8 × 2d4) lbs. (110 – 180 lbs.)
Kitsune, Female	4’5”	+2d8” (4’7” - 5’9”)	85 lbs.	+(2d8 × 2d4) lbs. (95 – 165 lbs.)

Speed

Add 5 feet to your base walking speed.