In the far reaches of the East, nestled amidst the mist-shrouded forests of the South Kiar’Thear, dwell the enigmatic Kitsune. These cunning and elusive beings are steeped in a tumultuous history of conflict and exploitation by humans. Now, their numbers are few, and a Kitsune sighting has become so rare that some believe them to be extinct.
Cloaked in mystery and legend, the Kitsune are known for their reclusive nature and deep-seated distrust of humans. They prefer the solitude of their forested sanctuaries, where they weave intricate illusions and shape-shifting magics to conceal their true forms from prying eyes. Naturally imbued with magic, they are able to channel their power through their tails, which grow in number as they age, up to a maximum of nine.
As the world of Staterum stands on the precipice of change, the Kitsune watch from the shadows, ever vigilant and ever wary of the encroaching tide of humanity. For in their ancient wisdom, they know that some secrets are best left undisturbed, and some mysteries are best left unsolved.
Age: Kitsune are very long lived, taking around 30 years to reach maturity. They can live for up 300 years.
Alignment: Typically, Kitsune display chaotic alignment, and tend towards excess rather than void.
Size: Kitsune are similar to humans in size, maybe a touch smaller. Generally around 5 to 6 feet.
Speed: In true form base speed 35 feet. In human form base speed 30 feet.
ASI: +2 Cha, +1 Int, Dex or Wis
9 Tailed Fox: Each Kitsune starts with a base of one tail. As you level up and gain access to higher spell levels, you gain additional tails, up to a maximum equal to your max spell level. Your tails serve as conduits for your magical abilities. When you cast a spell, you can choose to channel the spell through one or more of your tails, enhancing its effects based on the number of tails used.
· One tail, you can increase the range of a melee spell by 5ft. · Two tails, when you cast a spell, you can do so subtly, without drawing attention to yourself. · Three Tails, On a short rest you can consume three tail charges to regain a spell slot. (When you gain 6 tails, you can use all 6 to regain a 2nd level slot, when you gain 9 tails you can use all 9 to regain a 3rd level slot). · Four Tails, you can cast a spell as a bonus action.
Shapeshifter: As an action, you can assume the appearance of a specific single human form of the same sex. You always take this form when you use this ability. Anyone attempting to discern your true nature must succeed on an Investigation check with a DC equal to 8 + your Deception modifier. When you reach 8th level, your mastery over shape-shifting extends to the form of a fox. Once per day, you can use this ability to transform into the shape of a fox for up to 10 minutes. While in fox form, you gain the following benefits:
· You gain the statistics of a fox, as described in the Player’s Handbook or Monster Manual, with the exception that your Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores remain unchanged. · You retain your Kitsune traits and abilities