Waterhorse Dragons received their name due to their horse-like physique and endearing behavior. They are capable of surviving out of water, and when on land their skin secretes a gelatinous goo to retain moisture. However, their large paddle feet are better suited for swimming, and waterhorse dragons tend to move very awkwardly when on land. Waterhorses are very friendly dragons and enjoy playing with humans.

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.

Yakety Sax likes instrumental music so much that she decided to build her own instrument to play. She chose brass for its color, sheen, and waterproofness, and with the help of a fire breathing dragon, molded it into a curved tube with valves and bits of metal to press. After many years and iterations, she became the proud owner of a working musical device with a three-octave range. The fingerless dragon has to use magic to press every key, especially when her favorite songs to compose and play are fast-paced. She hobbles around human settlements with her instrument slung over her shoulder, and if she spots humans running, she follows them, playing the same busy, humorous song until they reach their destination or slow down.