Shantae is a half-genie charged with protecting her home, Scuttle Town. A professional belly dancer, her outfit usually consists of sheer harem pants and golden jewelry. Shantae is olive-skinned with long growing purple hair tied back in a ponytail stem stalk. Her parentage is uncertain, but it is known that her mother was a genie and there is speculation about who her father was.

Throughout the series, Shantae has had the ability to transform into many different things. Depending on the adventure and circumstance, she also has worn many different outfits.

More information: http://shantae.wikia.com/wiki/Shantae

You'll hear her voice here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxU_WBBsfVU