In Japan, foxes are called "kitsune", but by mistake we call all anthropomorphic animals that way. The difference is that in their original form these creatures are not only long
live, but also have many abilities. In general, the nine-tailed fox is a very powerful creature, but, alas, not good at all. The most important, key ability of this creature is to take on a different appearance. Most often, the nine-tailed fox becomes a beautiful girl, although sometimes it can take on the appearance of an old woman. But these cases in the legends were not recorded particularly. Initially, in Japan, the fox was not a demon. This change of heart is a direct result of Chinese influence, where the nine-tailed fox was clearly of demonic origin.
Among other abilities of this fox is the ability to take possession of human bodies, that is, to move into them, as well as create fire. For example, according to one of the legends, when the wind blew out the candles at the celebration of the Japanese emperor, the body of one of his concubines began to glow. But this is almost the only case of a good deed done
fox. The nine-tailed demon fox in art is most often a woman, because, as it wassaid above, turning into a beauty is his main ability. But according to some reports, the demon can create very complex illusions that are almost impossible to distinguish from reality. These, for example, include the creation of an illusory second moon, outlandish trees, and so on. In addition, the nine-tailed fox can bend time and space, which makes it a very dangerous opponent.
In some cases, kitsune have something similar to vampires or succubus from the European tradition. For example, they feed on the life force of people, come to them in dreams. Men visited at night by the nine-tailed fox get sick and quickly
are dying. In folklore, the legend about the Japanese emperor, who began to wither before our eyes, has been preserved. The healer determined that the reason for this was his new beautiful concubine.
Characteristically, the more tails, the stronger the fox. It is believed that she grows one tail every 100 or 1000 years. But most often there are foxes with 9, 7, 5 or 1 tail. At the same time, foxes, which have one tail, often cannot hide it. Therefore, a person can recognize a demon if he loses control over himself, for example, in a state of intoxication.
Kitsune can also be guardians of souls. This is a very rare case, as foxes usually don't stay long with humans. But if you are lucky enough to get the favor and affection of a kitsune, then your relationship can last quite a long time. And again, there are few such lucky ones. This is the highest mercy of the Gods, they believeJapanese.
One of the oldest legends about the werewolf says that once such a fox married a man and lived with him for several years. But her true form was discovered when the fox got scared of the dog. She was preparing to leave, but her husband did not let her in, saying that she had given him several children, and that he could not just forget her.
Many are interested in the name of the nine-tailed fox. Unfortunately, the answer to this question is unknown. Perhaps you will be lucky enough to make friends with him, and it is for you that the kitsune will reveal his name.
