Dragons are creatures with nearly unlimited life spans. They can survive for long periods of time, and no one has found a dragon that has died of old age. Adolescence 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. Once they hit adolescence, hatchlings change quickly, maturing to their full forms in only 2 years.

Dragons don't communicate with each other verbally, but they will growl to scare off predators and frighten prey. Young dragons will emit an extremely high-pitched squeal when they are frightened. To communicate, they use telepathy with each other and to speak to other creatures.

Black dragons are warriors. They are strong and capable in battles of force, but also ample magic users, capable of devastating opponents with their spells. Their bright eyes give them excellent night vision, which is why they generally hunt during the night.

Ridiculous Black Knight was gifted to the Black Clan as an egg, a gift from the Queen of Brightflashes to solidify an alliance. When Black Knight hatched as an alt, the Queen took him under her wing, for he was the first alt in the Black Clan. This, as well as his hard work and dedication, allowed him to be knighted at a young age. He has served the Queen and King diligently for over a thousand years, and has become dear friends with the King in the process. He was given a lovely mate, a priestess who maintains her own quarters at her temple, and his own firstborn became the mother of heirs. Black Knight is a happy dragon and a stalwart companion.