Seasonal Dragons take on the characteristics of the season during which they are born. Thus, eggs that are laid in spring match the pink flowers and green buds of spring, and those that are laid in the summer grow to depict the bright green of the forest trees and the yellow of the sun. Eggs laid in autumn display the bright colors of leaves falling from trees, and those that are laid during winter take on the appearance of the icy snow.

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.

Tiernhe is the second of the territory Jxeho, under Caesdonn's leadership. As a sort of deputy, she is particularly in charge of her land's relationships with the rest of the Clan. The current youngest of all the leaders and seconds, Tiernhe is constantly attempting to prove herself, which is difficult considering that many regard tiny Jxeho as something of a joke and not worth very much. She takes verbal denigration of her land very seriously and is constantly defending herself and her territory. Her older sister Zyrlii, who lives in Meidkuad, visits frequently and can't help but be amused at Tiernhe's chronic worry. Needless to say, Tiernhe is neither particularly confident nor terribly aggressive.