It was previously believed that purple dragons were exclusively female, but this is not the case. Recent environmental shifts have revealed the existence of both genders of this breed. Female behavior is well known; they are primarily herbivores but will eat meat during mating season. On the other hand, very little is known about the behavior and habits of male purple dragons.

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.

Evergreen Weyr long ago mastered the art of concocting unusual beverages. The caves beneath the weyr are filled with barrels containing all manner of drinks, their recipes kept a closely guarded secret by Iahju. He'll gladly roll out a barrel or two of something fizzy for feasts, but jealously guards the preparation of said drinks from everyone except his apprentice.