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In the quiet of the forest, a figure emerges—a mythical creature blending the traits of a horse and a large fox. Pure white fur glimmers, traced by a pale mane that flows down to its tail. Four teal, crystalline horns rise from its back, one of them broken. Emerald-green paw pads press soundlessly into the earth. The being narrows its gaze, keeping its damaged right eye—devoid of pupil or shine—tightly shut, and watches you with careful attention.