[The Storyteller's tail thumps like a ringed bottle-brush at their side, scattering a small puff of sand into the air. They make a show of contemplating her question deeply; whether their response is actually so difficult to settle upon is another matter.]

A great many things. I would say -- just short of anything. But not quite. Things that are alive, certainly. Animals. People. The subjects of stories. As you can see, I have a preference.

[While not unheard of, very rarely have they shown themself in humanoid forms to others.]

It is not often myself I aim to please when choosing a form. Sometimes I choose to please no one at all. Tell me, dear Ren; which of mine do you like the most?