Every element has its purpose...

The Kitsunukins

The Kitsunukin✿Known Facts ▪ The Kitsunukins are a species born from the union of Kitsune(húli jīng) and Tanuki(raccoon dog). They all carry the ability of healing and transformation, though the degree to which they can use said abilities varies greatly between them. Kitsunukin are immortal creatures that stop aging in their mid-twenties. They are immortal to actual age and mortal sickness but can be killed by decapitation or the removal of their star-heart. Kitsunukin are commonly from Chinese or Japanese backgrounds but it's possible they're raised in other cultures too. Each special ability a Kitsunukin is born with varies on the type of Kitsune parent they come from. Kitsunukin have no set religion as it is typically created by the culture in which they are brought up in. Kitsunukin are viewed as a taboo breeding among both their parent species that created them and this is believed to be the reason why Kitsunukin gravitate toward one another. It’s not uncommon to see multiple living together.
A natural instinct for them (for the most part) is safety in numbers. Transformation abilities typically range from something as simple as a color change to a full body change. While healing comes from their element for themselves and others. Elemental abilities do play a factor in their personalities and sometimes even how they interact with other classes of their kin. Their base fur is always in a natural animal color range (commonly found in kitsune/foxes/raccoon dogs/etc) and they do not typically bear other animal print markings.
Though light stripes, freckles/ticking, piebald, and sable have been seen. However, heavy, large spotting or any form of rosettes are not part of their genetics and as such are never produced. Albinos (also known as Hoshi’s) are closed and HEAVY piebald might be allowed but only by approval.✿Common Facts ▪ Kitsunukin range in the average height of 5ft to 8ft. Though there are cases of some that are slightly taller. All Kitsunukin have smaller rounded ears, inside ears and back of feet can be seen with light fluff. Their tail holds a similar shape to a Tanuki's tail and ranges 3/4 to a little more than their body length in measurement. It’s not uncommon to see their tails in different lengths randomly as they have the minor ability to adjust it by will.
All tails have either a handful of stripes (broken rings) or ringed markings on their tail. Their tails will ALWAYS have one of the two types of markings but not both. Like their tail, their fur is a dense downy texture that is pleasant to the touch but can become almost rubbery when in use.
A common trait among their species is a ring or dual makeup/patch-like marks around their eyes. Their muzzles are rounded-off, similar to a Kitsunes in shape with a more tanuki nose. Their eyes can range in ALL colors while their pupils can only range from shades of blues, purples, yellows, and reds.

✿Simple Facts ▪ Kitsunukin are mammals which allows them to breed with other mammals. Though only Kitsune to Tanuki or Kitsunuki to Kitsunuki will create their species. Any other mixture does not carry over their main traits or special abilities. Due to their loyal-based nature, it is more commonly seen for a Kitsunukin to take one being to be infatuated with, if not mated to for life.
Their cultures, however, can play into different views. Their teeth are Kitsune in shape while their jaw structure allows more angle jawbones.
When a Kitsunukin is angered, caught off guard, or spooked, its tail will puff and appear to double if not triple in size. This is a defense mechanism in order to make themselves look bigger than they actually are. It's also great for blocking, catching and fanning.✿What Is Seen ▪ Kitsunukin tails are indeed prehensile, meaning they can be moved like another arm or leg. Though it can only lift their body weight if not doubled for larger Kitsunukin.
They are used as a comfort, signs of affection, and not in aggression or control. Due to usual Asian culture, they are typically well mannered if not respectable creatures, and decently educated.
Though wild-born ones typically lack these manners, they have proven to be rather trainable. Though they usually keep to their own class within their race it is not uncommon to see them in general in numbers. Even if they do not get along they will tend to still stand near each other versus other races or strangers.

✿ Common Kitsunukin✿ M U S I C▪ Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Music Kitsune and Tanuki or Kitsunukin to Kitsunukin. They are common to see and like their species have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty is something similar to the sirens of lore. Unlike sirens though they do not sing to lure sailors to their death. They sing to take the pain away from others, and lullaby them into a state of calm if not sleep. Their voices can be so strong that they do not openly speak if they cannot control it. The downfall to this ability for them typically only bothers them when they are younger. Younger ones have been known to try and aid people in sleep and have put themselves to sleep as well. They are whimsical and almost artistically perfect at most things they do. They will always have a form of instrument or something that makes noise as it helps them channel emotions. Their markings tend to range in the pastel colors though its uncommon to see them range in any color.✿ M O U N T A I N▪ Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Mountain Kitsune and Tanuki or Kitsunukin and Kitsunukin. They are common to see and like their species have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty though is like a mountain as it is unbreakable. It is extremely hard to physically hurt them. Though their skin can be wounded their bones and muscle formation is massively denser then any mortal and most immortals. Making them literal power houses, able to pick up up to five times their weight they can easily crush bone and most mortal made metals. The downside to them is their ability to heal does seem to be slower, which makes even minor wounds irritatingly last longer then most Kitsunuki's. They are not as fast as some of their other kin and tend to be rather stubborn at times and are always seen training nor working out. Their colors are usually more earth in tones however it’s known their markings do come in an array of colors minus black.✿ F O R E S T▪ Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Forest Kitsune and Tanuki or Kitsunukin and Kitsunukin. They are more common then other Kitsunuki types and like their species have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty lingers on everything nature based. With the ability to speak and understand plant life, they also have the ability to heal it and grow it upon them. Due to their abilities though anything fire based tends to make them iffy about. Just like healing though when trying to fixed any type of damaged nature it takes a toll on their body. Making them tired and weak how long varies on their age and training. They are rather docile by nature and most grow a specific type of plant life mainly seen on their tails. In older years their steps can become one with nature leaving what they grow behind in every step. They will typically have potted or natural grown plants and many of their own ones they grow around their living areas. Typical marking colors for them seem to hold an array of floral and nature colors and will never have black markings.

✿ Uncommon Kitsunukin✿F I R E▪Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Fire Kitsune and Tanuki or Kitsunukin and Kitsunukin. They were once one of the most common seen however times have changed and like their species have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty isn't just fire manipulation, their actual core temperature is inhumanly high. Though most can control it they do have the ability to burn literally anything just by touching it let alone sitting down. Due to this their bodies are pretty much fire proof, but ice and water can lower the core temp to quickly if they are not careful. Which can put them in a sleep like state, another reason why they tend to stay around their own type of Kitsunukin type. They are known as the most hot headed of their kin and tend to make brash choices. Their element is heavily linked to their feelings but they are still not smiled upon often by those within their own race. They are never fond of any large or deep cold masses of water and typically love hot environments. Their markings range in more fiery colors mainly but its not unheard of to see other colors mixed with them.✿ W I N D▪ Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Wind Kitsune and Tanuki or Kitsunukin and Kitsunukin. They are uncommon to see and like their species have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty is the ability to push air around them to create the sense of hovering if not flying. They suffer though from very hallowed bones which makes them almost weightless even to mortals. It also allows them to break a lot easier. Luckily their ability to heal typically lingers higher on the scale of healing abilities as well as healing others. They are very calm by nature and tend to love places of meditation though those with the right training have been known to create gusts of air and whirlwinds. They can glide and hover in the air giving them one of the fastest ranges of mobility within their kin. It is very common to see this class have a small avian companion. They are most commonly seen in very pale colors and it is actually rare to see one of darker hues. They typically have airy or smoky pastel (softer) colors for their markings and will NEVER have black or very dark markings.✿ W A T E R ▪Kitsunukin’s born of this combination are born of a water Kitsune and a Tanuki or Kitsunukin and Kitsunukin. They were like the fire one of the more common one’s many years ago. Though over time their flows and almost simple nature made them not seen as often. Like their species they have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty however is that of water manipulation unlike their fire kin they cannot produce their element. They do require a WATER source to be able to use it, however the more water they have the bigger their ability can be. Lucky for most they are peaceful by nature and prefer the waterfronts or springs of places verses any form of city. They also are the only class of kin that have thicker webbing between their digits to aid in faster swimming and water movement. They typically carry a jar or large vase of water on them. Their marking colors though typically ranges in all shades of blue or blueish purples and it is rare to see one WITHOUT those colors as that means they have one of the rarest genes that effects their water ability. Typically known as a Hoshi kitsunukin which have frosted or iced over like markings and abilities. (There are only 2 of these in existence).

✿ Rarely Seen Kitsunukin✿ S P I R I T ▪Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Spirit Kitsune and Tanuki or Kitsunukin and Kitsunukin. They are hardly seen any more and like their species have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty to see and speak with the dead. They have the ability to linger the world in-between and though they cannot bring the dead back. They can allow their body to be taken over for a little bit of time so the dead can finish whatever task they need to pass over. The downfall to this though is that hey cannot always control which dead takes them over. Which has lead them to linger typically with their own as they usually end up engrossed in the world that is not actually living. They sometimes are viewed insane because they tend to talk and want to be around things that others even other Kitsunuki's cannot see. They are known as creepy at times but many go to them for spiritual guidance. They are unlike their kin in the aspect that they are aways dark in smoky tones to blacks for their base fur. Their markings are typically always smoky hues of colors but never black. (They typically have red or yellow/gold pupils.) Calm and collective they tend to be the ONLY ones that can be around the Void of their kin. Though doing that still lingers on their sanity.
✿ T I M E ▪Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Time Kitsune and Tanuki only for their offspring are completely sterile. They are rare to see and like their species have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty though lingers within the mind of time. With the ability with eye and physical contact to manipulate memories and if strong enough take them away completely. Though due to this it does a toll not only on the beings body but on the Kitsunuki as well. They range in all colors but most of these Kitsunukins have been around a long time…as that is the element in which they are born to. It’s been known that some sleep for 100’s of years when suffering a close death or close loss. Not much is known about them as over time they faded into the background living their lives outside of any typical form of chaos. They have been seen in almost every color however they have never been seen with an unnatural marking or hair color. Their eyes will always have gold/yellow color to their iris that can be mixed with another color. Their pupils however are usually a dark shade of purple you will never see them with another color of pupil.✿ Rare Kitsunukin✿ V O I D▪Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Void Kitsune or Nogitsune and Tanuki or Kitsunukin and Kitsunukin(though this is VERY rare). They are rarely seen any more and like their species have the ability of healing and transformation. Their specialty lingers in the darkness of the world. They typically hide themselves within the shadows and darkness that surrounds them and everyone. With the ability to manipulate the shadows around them for traveling or aid they can though by physical and eye contact with them create what is called the void. A lack of feelings and emotions while in contact with them. Due to their ability it is a lot harder to control and as such they are known as the solitude of their kind. It is rumored that they actual suffer from the lack of emotions and feelings as well though no one really knows. This class was feared long ago for it was once said an ancient in this kin Niji had they ability to nullify the abilities of other classes of kin with a physical touch rumor had it this was due to eating the dust of star hearts. Creating a monster it’s in appearance and behavior. Due to their hermit like nature and gloomy vibes this class of kin typically stay alone or with others of their class. They are the ONLY class to have the whites of their eyes and their markings to be a pitch stark black as well as their markings. Their eyes are typically purple with a shade of blue for their pupils.
✿ S T O R M ▪Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Storm Kitsune and Tanuki as the offspring they produced were sterile. They are fierce tempered kin known to live only in high places. They typically only got along with air of their kin as their ability rarely hurt them. Much like fire Kitsunukin their ability lies heavily on their emotions and being electrical based its rather shocking. LIke their kind they have the ability to heal though their transforming is one that takes a LONG time for them to master. As the static charge in their body makes it hard for them to hold another form that is not their own. Due to their static temperaments with others of their kin and always fighting with their fire brethren they closed most of their main clans off to the outside world. Making them one of the rarest Kitsunuki of their kind and if seen rumored to be one of the older ones in their species. Though they range in all colors their markings are usually vibrant yellows and eclectic blues. These were the most common colors to see during their day.✿ The forgotten Kitsunukin✿V E N O M ▪Kitsunukin's born of this combination are born of a Venom Kitsune and Tanuki as the offspring they produced were sterile. They were a toxic class of this race and none to only stick with their own kind. Anything they touched became vile or rotted at least on none living things. Though the older they got the stronger it became and it was said that elders in this kin could actually rot a living being. Needless to say there are no purebreds left in this line and thus they never progressed past a few 100 years before dying out. This class is NOT played.✿ Dual Elemental Kitsunukin✿ H Y B R I D ▪This class of kin is not mixed with another race but they are commonly called the hybrid or hounds of their race. This is due to the fact that they are typically 2nd or 3rd gen Kitsunukin and from parents of DIFFERENT elements. The factor alone of having an offspring from that is less than 1%. So should a child come from this pairing it will be granted both parents abilities as well as their own unique one. This version of kin is not liked typically by their own kind at all due to their smell, and the uneasy nature they naturally make all Kitsunukin fear. They have not set color or markings though their tails are still the same shape they can lack proper markings and elemental colors. They stand out among their kind for many reasons due to this. Many hybrids are found by the sword arcs and brought to an place known as The Island of Mist. Which is where they live and avoid contact from others. However over time their have been rogue ones that have been banished, leave there or were never found as children and brought there. These rogue ones are said to be viewed as unstable and untrustworthy. They are not typically welcomed by Kitsunukin or those that come from The Island of Mist.

✿Body and reproduction ▪ Kitsunukin are immortal and have a hard time getting pregnant. As such if they do, the first three years of any kit's life is one of the hardest. This is due to the fact that at a very young age, they gain their abilities. Though there are all genders in the race it is said they can transform into any with enough practice. Males are sheathed with a canine essence to them and yes they come in all colors and sizes too. Once a Kitsunukin is past 100+ years, that is when she will become fertile and have her first estrus, which lasts for 3 days with a rise of hormones. They will only go into estrus every 5-8 years after this until they decide to enter the stars beyond.✿Read the signs ▪ Kitsunukin are a very affectionate species at times, though it's typically with those they care about and commonly seen among their species. Nose nuzzles, ear playing/pulling and tail comforting are common signs of trying to cheer one up. While neck nuzzling is not meant truly to be sensual as much as it’s meant to be comforting (like a shoulder to lean on). Their tails are used a lot of times to show small touches and signs of affection and of course, for self-defense. Their skin is made up to a point that it's the only part of their body that cannot be messed up in any way by anything from the mundane world. Making it almost like a little shield for them if need be. Cuddling and cuddle piles are common among this species and more so when they are in feral form. Due to their cultures, their most common tongues are Chinese, English, Japanese, or a mix of them. However, all Kitsunukin are fast adapters and can easily learn a language or a common tongue spoken as little as a few hours. They have keen eyes and decent hearing, with sure foot balance and agile reflexes. They are considered the mini kami predators of the supernatural realm and they are known to be force to deal with when in numbers.✿Abilities Recap ▪ Kitsunukin all have the ability to heal (within their element) as well as transform like their Tanuki bloodline. However, when they are younger some do require an object like a leaf or acorn to help them transform. Transforming comes in all degrees as stated above and as such some will do it far better than others.
Kitsunukins have an amazing sense of smell and can smell a fellow Kitsunukin even when transformed.
Kitsunukin can heal other mortals and immortals with their element to some degree. However Fire ones tend to struggle unless its searing a wound shut. Storm and Void Kitsunukin cannot for they can only heal themselves with their actual element typically doing more damage then aiding. However if you need your heart shocked a storm Kitsunukin has you. .
Each Kitsunukin though born to an element may have different forms and uses for their ability. This is because their element becomes “them” and as such adapts to their nature. Not much is actually known about how each element fully works. Though it is known that they control their abilities at a rather young age, however, both fire and storm Kitsunukin have been known to struggle with the control of their elements and can take longer to master them.✿Elemental Transportation ▪ Kitsunukin all have the ability to travel this way and typically use this way when wanting to get some where quick. Every main family and or clan among their kind will typically have several places that house these shrine like archways(also commonly known as Torri/Paifang). As well as any place housing more than a few Kitsunukin. Though scattered randomly along most places these archways do exist. However only a Kitsunukin is able to activate them by simply touching them. The very essence of the archway will appear to be made up of that said Kitsunukin’s elemental ability. The coloring and energy flow within will also seem to appear to have the “look” of their said element as well. It is also a dead give away on what type of element Is coming through the archway when having an unaccepted visitor. Other beings can travel through this archway though they must be in hand with the Kitsunukin that activated it. It is said the person must also be from the same element of the Kitsunukin or be some how immune to their said element. This is to be unfazed by the negative charges that linger within the very essence of their elemental energy.
How do they get to where they need to go? To simply put it they can picture the place they desire and an archway closet to that place will typically react. However the navigation isn’t always pin point accurate it does come in handy when distance is a factor. Some Kitsunukin can even have a strong enough bond that they can locate others they are attached to. Though typical Asian archways are most commonly used for them there have been rumors they are able to activate any form of made or natural archway if desired enough.✿ Fun Facts ▪ Due to their deity ancestors' bloodlines, Kitsunukins can not be intoxicated by mundane alcohol or drugs. As such basic magic, curses, bindings, and hexes do not work on this species. Their preferred drink for fun is known as 'Kamiyami Saki', also known as God Saki and it's only made by select vendors. However, any supernatural booze is a reactant to the Kitsunukin. Fire and Storm of this class are the most reactive to any form of God like alcohol due to their elemental base.When a Kitsunukin falls ill they really hurt, and/or think they need to run for their lives and will poof into their feral forms. Their form is very similar to a tanuki in size, however, their assets are that to their anthro form in tail, ears, muzzle, and colors.When traveling long distances or in large groups it’s not uncommon to see them take their feral form as it uses less energy. Biting and nipping are actually very common among those that have affection for one another. It’s almost by instinct that they nip or sometimes leave bite-like marks in flesh, sensitive or sensual areas. It is believed they are drawn to do this when close to the one they share affection with for too long or when they feel territorial or jealous. However, because of their healing, they do not bear marks long.✿Star-heart ▪ A star-heart is similar to a Kitsunes star ball for those that love their lore. In this aspect, it's their core, the very heart of their magic. Unlike a star ball though they cannot hide and retreat within their star-heart. Though if they die and their star-heart is saved from their body and put within their element, their soul will be reborn. Should this not happen, the Kitsunukin will have their forever sleep. A star-heart is a sphere shape heart that is typically star-like in shimmer appearance. Though its very core is made up of the Kitsunukins element, swirling constantly inside of it while pumping their very source of life. The removal of this and shattering it (which no mundane being or object can do) would instantly kill a Kitsunukin. However due to their heart being mixed with their element that will also do damage to the person attempting to take their heart. Many have died trying to capture or shatter the heart of a Kitsunukin.
Star-hearts are the very being of a Kitsunukin. From being able to produce their Suta Buki, a weapon designed to harness and amplify their abilities to holding the remnants and last memories before they pass on. However star-heart dust is something to not trifle with as that dust if consumed can destroy ones being from the inside out. There have been very few that have ever consumed them let alone live to speak of it one being Niji the void Kitsunkin that became a monster all those years ago.

SWORDS ARC✿ スター武器 Sutā buki (Star Weapons) ▪ Not much is known about the Suta Buki only that it formed in the teen years of the Kitsunukin life. Many believe this happens when a Kitsunukin starts gaining an uncontrollable amount of their element ability and have their first loss of control. Their star heart will suffer a great deal of stress during this faze and will create a weapon that suits the said Kitsunukin. This typically forms as a ball of light and their element surrounds them. The hilt/handle of their weapon will appear emerging from the center of their chest, in which case they must in turn be strong enough to pull it out and allow it to take its form and color. This process can be viewed in many ways as beautiful as no blood or wounds seem to appear upon the Kitsunukin however the pain they feel is one they never forget.
Though they have been seen in all shapes and sizes only a select few weapon styles are created by the star heart.
Katana’s / No Dachi
Kanabo
Guandao
Tessen
They will either produce a single weapon or twins of a specific weapon. Though their shape, length, size and color does change per Kitsunukin the over all concept of their build remains the same. Unless they are twin weapons no two Suta Buki are the same. Many Kitsunukin will carry around their weapon through their entire life while others only use it to help learn control. Each weapon is made of a star like metal that will turn color and possibly size and shape when the user first grasps it. This will be its forever and final form as it is unable to change after that. This metal is unlike any other, able to crack through even the best made mundane metals of the worlds. They are able to store and harness the element in which the Kitsunukin is born into. Those that train and use their weapons for years adapt to their own fighting style and even have labels for their strongest moves.There are five masters that specialize in sword smithing / repairing of Suta Buki’s. “However you do not find them they find you!”. These are master swords smith that come from lines and training of master swords smith. They are granted gifts that allow them to specialize in what they do and almost all of them obtain it well over 500+ years old. Though there have been acceptations due to the passing of former swords smith and other such actions. They are typically masters of one or multiple fighting or weapon style and some of even created their own.
Suta Buki Swords Smith
Able to see the scent of all Suta Buki even other elements and yes realms(though its faint).
Able to feel when a Suta Buki has been damaged which in turns gives them an idea of the damage also done to their partner.
Able to reforge Suta Buki metal by mixing it with their own custom metal/folds, their element and the swords element.
Able to use their elements to sense out Kitsunukin near them. They are the only group of Kitsunukin that can use their own element to find others. Though it takes practice and complete construction most Sword Smiths master it easily.
Able to almost instantly detect another swords smith whereabouts.
Able to be some of the few that can combine their elemental and weaponry abilities with another sword arc in battle.
(This however comes at a cost of energy depletion and a great deal of training to perfect)
(More to come)
✿Mountain and Forest Swords smith
✿Spirit and Void Swords smith
✿Fire and Storm Swords smith
✿Hoshi and Water
✿Music and Wind Swords smith
Time is the only class that does not have a sword arc. This is due to their Suta Buki mending on its own due to the time element. It takes them the longest to fix which is why its rare to see them use their weapon truly ever.
Should a Suta Buki crack or break the user will have a hard time containing and or controlling their elemental ability until it’s repaired. Many believe it is because this weapon is birth from their actual heart and therefore is a part of them. Though why it actually happens is still unknown among all within and outside the species. One thing is known however that the Kitsunukin must be present when their Suta Buki is being worked on as their element is needed (if the master is not from that element) in repair. The Sword Arc’s are known as those of balance and aid in keeping and marinating that balance among their kind. Their duty is simple and as such it is rare for them to have romantic relationships or families unless they to are involved in some way. Due to maintaining the balance they are also the ones that must hunt down those that try and capture or kill their kind. This also falls on killing their own kind when they have become truly evil or have murdered a fellow Sword Arc. Due to some battles being harder than others it is not uncommon for Sword Arc’s to request one another for help on missions or tasks.
✿ ✿ ✿ ✿C O L O R S A L L O W E D
Any and all colors minus solid black.
Though typically colors seem to linger around their element its not uncommon not to though.
Solid black is only ever seen for Void Kitsunukin.Please note that all weapon concepts must be approved by the creator before any official design is accepted for the players Kitsunukin. Failure to do so will result in a simple katana based weapon becoming the Kitsunukins Suta Buki.

✿Kamioniki ▪ (Kami-own-knee-key)
Who…what is Kamioniki? How did they come to be? It was once said at the dawn of time only a handful of the race had been born. The first existence to their mixed blood line the first born of their race. However it was never actually proven that he was the first ever cross of their species. Though he is the oldest being from their original crossed bloodline.It was said that he was once a beautiful creature born of the rumored void line. He was a being of true beauty but also power. However as powerful as he was he was still not powerful enough at least in his mind. Greed…envy they have a way of consuming ones soul. He was the first of their kind to ever devour their species in hopes to gain more power. Throughout the years he would slowly try to make himself a god but in the process of losing humanity would become one of the most feared monsters of myth. Most of their kind would die after trying to consume their own however for some reason he did not. He consumed 100’s of his kind and those that made their blood line in attempt to gain total power. He became something else entirely and the abilities he was able to manifest also changed with the corruption and fall of his humanity. Kamioniki is a being that EVERY Kitsunukin (that has been around or raised by their race or bloodlines to their race) knows about. He was a monster of myth and though he is considered a fallen kami(god) he really is the creature of forgotten legends. With the ability to corrupt those he comes in contact with. He infects those of weaker standing and species rather easily as they become consumed over time. Turning into his puppets, his monsters but also gaining more power than one could possible imagine. He is one of the biggest reasons the Kitsunukin race as slowly been dying out as he has his puppets hunt them down, kill them, devour them and return to him. So that he himself will absorb them into his form and in his mind gain more god like stature.
What does the corruption do? The corruption takes very little time in those of weaker species or mundane natures. Typically a few weeks to a month before it spreads. Where as the Kitsunukin (or those that make their species) can survive with their infection for close to a year. Much like a virus it spreads through their body slowly tarnishing their veins into a black color before consuming their form. It alters their personality slowly over time showing signs of aggregation, aggression, dominate natures and very greed and envy like traits towards others. The desire to kill the Kitsunukin and those much weaker then them becomes very strong(for those not Kitsunukin) where as Kitsunukin have a harder time fighting the desire for more power. Some say this is because they share similar hive minds with their creator while others say its due to the corruption inside of them eating at their humanity. Regardless those that follow the fallen god; when told to do something they have no choice but to do it for he has no issue disposing of them and absorbing them into his own form should they disobey. Those that do not follow him (say by being infected in a fight) hear whispers and urges of things far darker. Which only grow louder and have more of a pressuring pull the longer they live with this infection.
How do you cure this? There are very few ways to actually cure this. Those that follow his will can be kept alive by him due to this infection but those of the Kitsunukin race will typically die from it once fully consumed. It is extremely rare a Kitsunukin will survive the infection infusion for Kamioniki. As of now there have only ever been two that have and only one is still alive today. (Dun dun dunnnn).To cure oneself from the Oniki infection is not an easy task and very few have the capability to even do it. Typically a Kitsunukin with a high elemental source in actual power are the only ones to even aid in healing. The most common ones to help are those of the Sword Arc’s, KamiYami Saki brewers and those approved by the creator(Nekomanics). It typically takes at least two of them to help for those that have been consumed for more then a few months.With their blood, elemental abilities and Kami moonlight water(water that is distilled within glass jars and infused with the apex of the full moon light. Their forms must be held down and submerged under water that is mixed with the person(s) that are healing them blood, element and their will to live. Their body will absorb a great deal of the elemental essence and blood of the Kitsunukin(s) that heal them and the black within their body, veins, soul will slowly bleed out of them. (Typically from tear ducts, ears, nose and mouth.) It is a rather grotesque thing to witness and the smell is that of almost something rotting. Though the infection will become purged from their body it’s not uncommon for them to feel like something has been torn from them. Depression and personality regression are sometimes common when first coming back to the world of life. It’s very common or them to sleep for large amounts of time to regain the energy and mental strength they lost.
Is Kamioniki the only one that can infect others? Actually no though for many years Kamioniki was the only one to be able to do that. He has created several creatures strong enough and old enough to do it as well. Though their infection takes longer to actually start the infection process they are still able to help their “god.” There are only three as of now out of his creations known as Noniki which can do a lesser variant of what Kamioniki can.
Kamioniki
The God Demon
Noniki
3 disciples (Dachki, Taken , Open)
Oniki
The lesser puppets that do the dirty work and bidding (npcs)

蘭の春 Ran no haru
Ran no haruOrchid SpringInnNatural Hot SpringsFoodEntertainmentTraveling EntertainmentFestivalsVacationsSafe haven for Kitsunukin
(and others that are in need of it)The Ran no Haru is a beautiful place tucked deep away in the forgotten mountains of time. No one really knows its exact location as its rumored to be constantly moving. Making it to where only those able to travel through portals or magic can even access the Torri gate entrance. That is of course unless you’re a Kitsunukin or those of similar blood line as they for some reason they are always drawn to a place like this. When they desire to be hidden or safe if they touch an archway or torri gate they will be instantly brought there.
Deep in a mythical valley surrounded by winter frosted mountains rests a rather large estate a first glance. Though with always blooming Sakura Trees of florescent pinks, reds and whites it truly is a breath taking place to behold. At further inspection it will be easy to see that this so called estate is actually a massive inn. With gorgeous bamboo polished floors and sliding doors of colors and patterns. The back of this property is lined with bamboo separation for public springs while further in circled clearings of bamboo were the more private ones.
Tucked to the east of the property rest a small well and shrine that lingers with charms and notions of good fortune and harmony. Over all a surreal place that signifies beauty and over all tranquillity and more importantly a rumored safe haven for all those needing a place to become home.
Known for their festivals of lights and New Years many from higher families vacation here on a regular. With exotic entertainment and causal hosts for company this Inn has made itself well known in the last 350+ years.Though started by Ike and Yuki one of several heirs to the former water clan Honda. They were both brothers with the same empathetic heart of helping others and well like all men beautiful women. However Yuki would find himself falling for a fire fan dancer who later would be come his lover. The three of them created the perfect safe haven for their kind and place for those needing a welcomed rest.
Though after tragedy and the inn being attacked due to those wanting to claim or kill their kind. The inn lost several lives and took a great deal of damage. It would be some time before their doors opened up again to those wishing a vacation but when they did they would find that some things had changed.
There were no more outsiders or those that happened to stumble along their place welcomed not without being cautious first. As this place now carried guards that kept watch over the Sakura barriers that protected the place. Keeping eyes on strangers and those Oniki that threaten their kind.
Yet more importantly Ike would have stepped up in Yuki's place to be the ones to handle all a great deal of the Inn. This family was ever growing and thought all different in their own ways they were all just that family.