In Japanese folklore, kitsunes like in our fanart cute cursor pack are foxes with paranormal abilities that improve as they get older and wiser. According to yōkai folklore, all foxes can transform into human form. While some folktales speak of kitsune employing this ability to trick others — as foxes in folklore often do — other stories depict them as faithful guardians and friends. Because of their potential power and influence, some people make sacrifices to them as to a deity.
