Horse Dragons have equine-shaped bodies and hooves instead of claws, which allow them to be fast runners. They specialize in running takeoffs, which are quicker than taking off from a stand-still. Horse dragons are able to stalk their prey from the ground then quickly execute an aerial attack for the kill.

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.

Astuten Coenus is part of the Hellpack, a group of Hellfire Wyverns and Horses that live slightly separated from the rest of the flock. Having started with a few mated pairs made of one of each breed, they take in new wild-born Hellfires and Horses every generation, as mates for their Hellhorse offspring.

Astuten is a quiet dragon, which is probably why Arianna chose him as her mate. He's a founding member of the Hellpack, but he doesn't exercise his authority very often. He spends a lot of time trying to clean up the fort, which isn't in the best shape.

He's also a rather agile dragon, and he absolutely loves the challenges the jungle provides for his running. He can often be found galloping through the dense undergrowth, dodging low branches and fallen boughs.

If he hurts himself doing this, well the main flock and their White dragons are only a thought away.