A hyper-realistic realization of the Mist-Strider, this deep-mountain predator is the embodiment of silence and sudden violence. Evolved for the treacherous, fog-choked peaks, its body is a masterclass in specialized anatomy. It possesses a lean, muscular frame covered in coarse, frost-resistant fur that transitions from a ghostly white to a charcoal grey, perfectly camouflaging it against granite and alpine shadows. This variant features prominent dorsal and limb spines that act as stabilizers during high-speed leaps and glides. Its face is dominated by massive, bioluminescent yellow eyes with vertical slits, optimized for detecting heat signatures in freezing mists. The "hook-claws" at the ends of its elongated limbs are needle-sharp, capable of finding purchase in the smallest cracks of icy cliffs. When seen in the dim light of the crags, its twitchy, low-slung posture and tattered gliding membranes make it indistinguishable from the swirling mountain vapors—until it strikes.