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Kitsune are one of a number of [[youkai]] species. They somewhat resemble [[canine halfling|dogpeople]], but with fox-like ears and tails. They are famous for their ability to grow more than one tail as they age, up to a maximum of nine tails, and for their practice of magical arts. They are on the taller end of the spectrum for youkai species, with an average height of 5 feet 9 inches.
Kitsune are born with one tail, and famously grow a new one for every 100 years after birth, up to a maximum of nine tails (800 years of age). Although youkai already possess very long average lifespans, particularly compared to humans, none surpass the kitsune, who have never been observed dying of old age. They are the only youkai species that can reach ages greater than 400 years, and many individuals have lived for over a thousand years. There exist claims that certain individuals have lived since the very beginning of youkai history in the Mazes (~2300 years ago), however these are unverified claims; advanced age does not shield kitsune from the effects of forgetfulness or age-related dementia, and claims of individuals older than 1100 years are viewed with suspicion if not backed up by certified records.
