fogclad

Fogclad is a term used in fantasy fiction and tabletop role-playing games to denote either a type of garment woven from fog or a living creature associated with fog. The exact form varies by setting.

As clothing, fogclad garments are described as ethereal capes or cloaks that borrow moisture from the air to produce a faint mist around the wearer, providing partial obscurity and muffling sound; they are typically made by specialized smiths or weavers using rare, ephemeral materials and are considered valuable.

As a creature, fogclad beings are described as misty, shapeshifting figures dwelling in fog banks, marshes, or coastal cliffs. They blend with their surroundings and can slip through minute gaps; some legends credit them with the ability to generate localized fog for concealment or to disorient intruders. They are usually portrayed as elusive; interactions range from neutral to hostile depending on tradition.

In game design and storytelling, fogclad motifs are used to convey secrecy or atmosphere. In mechanics, fogclad effects often grant stealth advantages, while balancing rules may include resource costs or vulnerability to wind or light. The term remains largely fictional and is used across different fantasy genres rather than tied to a single canonical source.