ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Reynard the Fox

Okay, imagine a storybook about a clever and sneaky fox named Reynard. He is really good at outsmarting other animals and getting what he wants.

In some stories, Reynard is friends with other animals like rabbits and badgers, but he often tricks them for his own benefit. He might steal food or play tricks on them that make them look silly.

In other stories, Reynard is the main character and has to use his wits to avoid getting caught by the king or other powerful figures. He might pretend to be someone else or come up with clever excuses to get out of trouble.

Reynard is a famous character from medieval European tales, and he is still popular today in books, cartoons, and even video games. Some people see him as a hero for his intelligence and cunning, while others see him as a villain for his selfishness and deceit.