Bright-Breasted Wyverns are a breed of dragon easily recognized by their bright red markings. They are a small breed, only the size of a full-grown man. However, they have developed poisonous barbs on their feet to make up for their size. Their coloration is used to warn off potential predators of the danger, and is also used to attract mates. They are very social, and can often be seen preening in large groups.

Dragons are highly-intelligent reptilian creatures that—from a human perspective, at least—appear to live forever. Many different varieties of dragon exist, each with their own unique qualities, habitats, and behavior. Adolescence in dragons is usually marked by the growth of a hatchling’s wings, although not all breeds of dragons grow wings and some breeds have other traits that indicate the beginning of maturation. In Galsreim, dragons and humans coexist peacefully.

Blacktip is the leader of a clan of Bright-Breasted Wyvrens. His intelligence is above average, even for a dragon, and he delights in solving riddles. This same intelligence makes him a master of strategy. He is also known to be very wise, and happy to lend an ear to any dragon or human who seeks his aid in solving their problems. He is almost a perfect specimen of a Bright-Breasted Wyvren—he is brightly colored, strong and agile, and slightly larger than most or his breed. However, a severe battle injury has left him lame in his left leg. Though he still cuts an impressive figure, he is unable to fight very well. For this reason, whenever a fight comes around, he is forced to flee or rely on his grasp of strategy. He is not as arrogant as most of his kin, almost never bragging about his wisdom or his appearance. However, his pride in being caveborn is great, though generally he does not brag. He is sensitive about his lame leg, although he has accepted his condition with grace.