Mystical Creature: Shadowtooth, Bringer of Intelligence and Sentience

Shadowtooth, a mystical creature that is inspired by the saber-toothed tiger. It is an intelligent and sentient being that is quadrupedal with an agile tail and very elongated, curved canines. They are not aggressive. They are calm, peaceful monks that protect their forest habitat. They can be varying color patterns like a Siberian tiger, snow leopard, or an ocelot. It has eyes of yellow, green, amber, or orange. They live in monasteries in a misty, cold forest habitat.