How do I get the game to treat my character as an Arctic Vulperine?

[CourtOfTheGrayWaves]

The Wiki mentioned that the Roc Rider won't call ya unprepared if you're an Arctic Vulperine or a Frostscale Salamander.

 

[Animefan666]

Glowing Ice Shards are the transformative item for the arctic version.

 

[CourtOfTheGrayWaves]

Glowing Ice Shards are the transformative item for the arctic version.

I know that! But then again, I kept my character's eyes as hazel.