Ember Dragons have a great affinity for hot environments. While they themselves are not hot to the touch, their tendency to lurk amongst smoldering ashes has caused many to believe they are fire-starters. Their dully glowing markings serve many purposes: acting as a means of identification between individuals, as an important part of mating displays, and as a way of showing aggression. The long, low build of the breed makes them ungainly in flight, and the thick fleshy membranes of their wings hinder them further. As such, it is rare to see an Ember Dragon take to the air. Ember Dragons are also not particularly sociable; females tend to be defensive, whereas males are more aggressive. Once they have settled with a particular group of dragons, Ember Dragons are incredibly loyal and will defend their pack by any means possible.

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.

Coal is one of three smouldering Elemental Embers who guards the Pride clan. He is the eldest of the trio, and a fierce, proud fighter. He chose his Elemental affiliation- a burning coal- after much thought and staring into the fires his skin created. Coal has a close bond with the other two of his trio, and the three work well to guard the Prides and their mates.

While being a fearsome fighter and a natural leader, Coal does have a soft spot for the hatchlings of the clan. He'll go to great lengths to entertain them or protect them, especially if his peers aren't right there watching him.

Coal is currently unmated, as no female has expressed an interest in this strong, fiery leader.