Storm-Rider Dragons are a coastal breed—though they can also be found in open plains, preferring the violent thunderstorms that usually occur in such areas. It is not known if the dragons create storms themselves with their electrical capabilities or if they simply magnify existing fronts; no matter the cause Storm-Riders can be seen tumbling through the worst of weather as if it were no more than a light breeze.

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.

Azura spends most of her days gliding among thunderstorms, her dazzling scales becoming illuminated under the lightning. When intense storms wash over the clan's nesting area, she makes sure to put on the best shows. With intricate flips and turns, she dances for those too scared to fly in the harsh weather. Younglings look to her dances for comfort, watching her as her graceful movements put them at ease.