This breed of dragon was thought to exist only in legend. Although their name varies between cultures, they are often referred to as “Guardians of Nature.” They are able to channel the forces of fire, ice and lightning, which allows them to wield tremendous power. Seen very rarely, it is thought that they only become active when something is threatening the territory they have chosen to guard. In order to protect their chosen home, these dragons are incredibly adaptable; they have been seen everywhere from remote mountain ranges, to ancient forests, to the darkest depths of the ocean.

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.

The youngest of the three great Guardians of Nature in Breedery territory, the Whispering Abyss spends most of his time dreaming in benthic depths. The mountain range of which the Breedery's spire is a part runs along a temperate but fertile coastline. The unusual richness of this area is partly due to the presence of the sleeping Guardians, whose innate nature magic provide an extra boost to the local ecosystems. Abyss favors the shadowed fathoms of the deep, where the only light comes from bioluminescent organisms—thanks to his presence, the Breedery's bay teems with fish and other life. Though he rarely stirs, he is aware of everything that happens in his waters and will arise if he is genuinely needed. He will not tolerate pollution or other excessive destruction, but he also keeps red tides and other signs of overgrown life under control as well, so the sea remains in balance.