Guardian Dragons have large shields on the end of their tails. Although the shields appear to be heavy, they are light, yet nearly unbreakable. Guardian Dragons use their tail-shields, as well as their wings, to deflect attacks and protect others. Often, they will guard the eggs and hatchlings of a nest while others are away. They are generally peaceful, and will not retaliate unless necessary. They have no need to forage or hunt, as they are fed by those they protect.

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.

Tarak is the self-appointed guardian of the hatchlings and eggs. He does his job well, taking care that none of them are hurt or lost. Unfortunately, Tarak does have a slight handicap: one of his eyes is losing its sight, a condition that one or two hatchlings have been known to take advantage of. However, what Tarak lacks in sight he makes up for in keen hearing. Woe to the hatchling that tries to sneak away under this faithful dragon's watch!