So I have been pouring over a number of threads, and I'm still not seeing a concrete answer to any of my questions.
So a Kitsune basically has the racial ability to assume a restricted form based on Alter Self...
a. a specific Human/subtype (not humanoid).
b. Of the same sex (not any sex).
c. and can move back and forth between those two forms as they please, and can maintain any chosen form indefinitely.
The Realistic Likeness feat obviously overwrites "some" of the restrictions...but the only clear one being that they can emulate a "specific individual" which polymorph effects don't normally allow.
so the questions....
Does the specific individual still need to be of the same gender ?
I'm inclined to think no, since the gender clause is not mentioned.
can I move from form to form throughout the day ?
I'm inclined to say yes, as it's clearly just broadening the range of forms that can be chosen when using the ability.
Must the form still be specifically "human"....or is it opened up to humanoid as per Alter self ?
This one I'm very grey on. I would of course like to think it's opened to all forms eligible with Alter Shape....as cosmetic changes of this nature have useful RP ramifications but little mechanical benefit....but it reads pretty blurry to me.
FAQ = Golden.....
Opinions = much appreciated food for thought...
RAW are ambiguous on race, but the fluff "When you are in human form, you can take the shape of a specific individual" makes it clear that RAI is humans only.
I agree with you on the other two questions.