Snow leopards

(La. "lumikissat", sing. "lumikissa")

These wily cats haunt the southern Ered Rhívamar sometimes ranging for game as far south as the Fire Tundra. They are extremely shy and avoid contact with Men. Due to their excellent senses, they often see, hear or smell anyone approaching, disappearing without the wanderer even contemplating their presence. Tracks in the snow are usually the only indication that a leopard is anywhere nearby. The cat is extremely agile, and can make quick, powerful strikes with its forepaws, but avoids a determined (or retreating) adversary. Once an opponent proves too powerful, it breaks off the fight and flees at the first opportunity.