Shippou is a young fox demon in the anime series InuYasha. After his father was killed by the Thunder Brothers, he joins Inuyasha and Kagome in their quest to collect the shards of the Shikon Jewel. Shippou is characterized by his playful and mischievous nature, often teasing Inuyasha and providing comic relief. Despite his small size and childlike demeanor, he is brave and loyal to his friends. He also possesses the ability to transform and create illusions, which proves useful during their adventures.