The Kittine are the secret shadows that weave between the trees, a people of fox-like grace and sly wit. Born from the whispering pines and ancient spirits, they move with a quiet dignity, their eyes always alert, ears twitching to the songs of the wind. Nomads and hunters, they have a matriarchal bond that ties them to the earth, yet they always seem one step ahead of the world around them, as if they walk a path between reality and the unseen.
The Kittine are descendants of the ancient Kitsune spirits, who banded together in isolation for protection after their ancestors were hunted out of fear. Though the Kittine themselves have not been targeted, they live in secrecy, always fearing that one day their heritage may lead to danger.
As a remnant of their Kitsune lineage, Kittine can shape change into a full fox form once per day for one minute. In this form, they gain all the attributes of a fox, including its hit points, but if the fox form's health drops to zero, they immediately revert to their humanoid form. On average, Kittine stand 5 feet 6 inches tall, with a light build. They are naturally gifted, gaining a +1 bonus to both Wisdom and Dexterity. All Kittine speak Merchant and Fae, and they live up to 150 years, with a movement speed of 35 feet.