Striped Dragons come in a dazzling array of colors complemented by an intricate pattern of stripes. These bright colors and patterns help attract their favorite food, insects. Because their prey is so tiny, striped dragons must spend a large portion of their day eating. The color of the offspring is usually determined by the dragon’s mate.

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.

Stirpiculture Impromptu II is the head diplomat of his clan's diplomatic entourage, whose mission is to promote and advance the interests of his fellow dragons within faraway lands and cultures. Having risen through the ranks, Stirpiculture Impromptu II is widely regarded as one of the most experienced diplomats around, capable of carefully negotiating agreements with unparalleled finesse and success. Whenever dragons of his clan talk about diplomacy, they think of Stirpiculture Impromptu II—and whenever the leaders require someone to negotiate the most difficult of deals or the toughest of treaties, he will be there.

As the senior diplomat, he is often at work within his spacious cave, which he has converted into a well-equipped office. His duties include assisting his fellow diplomats, reviewing the current status of treaties and agreements, and meeting with ambassadors from other clans. In his spare time he enjoys fine dining, writing stories and ballads, and of course, sleeping.