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In addition, Zorua's habit of replacing children with itself is similar to {{wp|Irish folklore}} about the {{wp|changeling}}, a fairy-child that replaces human children kidnapped by fairies or, in some tales, the devil. Zorua also resembles the {{wp|trickster}} characters of many cultures in both appearance and behavior; such characters are often depicted as foxes. | In addition, Zorua's habit of replacing children with itself is similar to {{wp|Irish folklore}} about the {{wp|changeling}}, a fairy-child that replaces human children kidnapped by fairies or, in some tales, the devil. Zorua also resembles the {{wp|trickster}} characters of many cultures in both appearance and behavior; such characters are often depicted as foxes. | ||
Hisuian Zorua may be based on {{wp|revenant}}s. Its coloration may be based on kitsune masks. | Hisuian Zorua may be based on {{wp|vengeful ghost}}s and {{wp|revenant}}s. Its coloration may be based on kitsune masks. | ||
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