Oya? Me! [ the tails curl at the tips before sway again but in a cheerful way that matches his expression. ]

I can do that, as long as I don't have to guide you through human settlements. I don't know much about them at all, and I'm sure it's changed a lot in terms of what little I do, so I would be bad at that part.

[ maybe the fox is a bit lonely, too. He at least doesn't seem duty bound in one place. Canting his head now, he looks quite curious. ] you have been here before, though, haven't you? What can I help you with as a guide?

[ he doesn't seem suspicious; in fact he's mostly just wondering what he can do to be a good guide in this case! ]