It is no mystery where Howler Drakes got their names. Though not very bright, these emotive creatures employ an impressive vocabulary of loud chortles, shrieks, and songs to communicate with one another, and almost never stop chattering. Howler Drakes inhabit dense jungles, foraging in the fertile soil for mushrooms, tubers, and insects. When threatened, a Howler will flare its wings to display its bright red eye spots, while letting out an ear-splitting scream.

Though it may appear at first that dragons and drakes have much in common, the two are completely separate species. Drakes are smaller and less intelligent than their cousin species, though both dragons and drakes sit comfortably near the top of the food chain. They are always found bearing antlers and leathery wings. Drakes share many of the same habitats that dragons do, and typically hunt in packs.

Benedict is, suffice to say, a living incarnation of his breed's stereotypical image as motormouths and halfwits. Despite this, he has somehow found a way to make both of these qualities work in his favor.

From a very, very young age, Benedict found Tenderheart's draconic nursery rhymes to be absolutely fascinating, and looked up to her as many hatchlings might look up to a battle scarred veteran of combat. He knew only days after he hatched from his egg that he wanted to grow up to be a fantastical storyteller renowned for his exuberant acting abilities and boundless creativity. And boundless creativity he certainly developed. As an adult, his daily routine involves sleeping, hunting, and reciting his monologues to whoever will pretend to listen. One day, he vows to travel the region with a troupe of likeminded howlers who share his love of theatrical performance. Until then, he will simply aid Tenderheart in entertaining the hatchlings and dream of his future acting career...